A cost segregation study allows property owners to both defer and reduce federal income taxes. When properly performed by an appraiser with expertise in cost segregation, this is a conservative tax planning tool which reduces federal income taxes by properly allocating the cost basis between land, 5-year, 7-year, 15-year, 27.5-year and 39-year property.
Why You Need to Get a Professional Appraiser
Use an MAI appraiser and never go wrong.
Real Estate Valuation
Real estate valuation for income properties is not the same as for houses. Here’s a quick lesson on how to do your own appraisal on rental properties.
Real Estate Value
Real estate value is often misunderstood, but how do you put a value on a house? By using the techniques of professional real estate appraisal.
Preparing for Appraisals Contracts and Comps
Youve sold your home and are getting ready for the appraisal. Heres how contracts and comparable home sales impact the appraisal.
Real Estate Appraisal – Do It Yourself
How do you put a value on a house? Try using the same method used in professional real estate appraisal.
Preparing for an Appraisal – Plan For It
A critical part of selling a home is the appraisal. Heres how to plan for it.
FSBO – How to Sell the Buyer on Your Asking Price
More and more homeowners are taking matters into their own hands when it comes to selling their home. This article provides sound guidance and helpful insight for determining what kind of asking price to attach to a for sale by owner home.
How Appraisals and Assessments Differ
Many people think appraisals and assessments are the same thing or at least that they should be for the same amount. The truth is they can vary greatly. Lets look at each of them.
How Much Is My House Worth?
Have you wondered, ‘How much is my house worth?’ If it is time to sell it, you need to know. What is the best way to put a price on it?
Dont Be A Victim Of A Drive By BPO
Tips for meeting the agent to determine the market value of a home that is in foreclosure to help bring the price down for greater short sale profits.
Finding a Qualified Home Inspector
As you should already know, a home inspection is a key part of the real estate process. Of course, your home inspection is only as good as your home inspector.