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Owning a property doesn’t mean you automatically have rights to it. If someone can claim they’ve squatted on the property for many years and you did nothing about it, they may take possession of it with adverse possession laws.

So what is adverse possession, and how do you avoid it? 

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Did you know real estate investing doesn’t only refer to single-family homes? When done right, investing in mobile homes can be a profitable way to add to your real estate portfolio. Check out everything you must know about mobile home investing to see if it’s right for you.

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Over the years, a slew of reality TV shows that glamorize the real estate industry have popped up on networks like HGTV and Netflix. But just how realistic are they?

To find out, we evaluated eight popular shows that may appeal to investors. While most are focused on redesign efforts and fail to consider the practical aspects of investing, a few offer realistic tips and relatable challenges that make them worth watching. 

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The Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA) offers an incredible mortgage program that makes homeownership more affordable. Eligible borrowers can expect no down payment or closing costs, attractive terms, and hand-holding throughout the entire process.

Here’s everything you must know about the NACA mortgage.

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In March 2021, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said, “[T]hese one-time increases in prices are likely to have only transient effects on inflation.” From then on, “transitory inflation” became the phrase of the year in economics, with high hopes that once the initial supply chain shocks and government stimulus after the onset of the pandemic wore off, inflation would return to its regular scheduled programming and maybe even deflate.

It turns out, however, that trillions of new dollars in stimulus and slashing interest rates to near-zero for a prolonged period of time did not make inflation “transitory.” Instead, it became a new chapter for the economy.

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A new law has already taken effect, yet nobody is talking about it. And if you own real estate through an LLC or another entity, it already applies to you.

This new law is the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). But what exactly is the CTA? And what does it require real estate investors to do? Let’s walk through these new requirements.

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We’re heading into the new year, and the 2024 real estate forecast looks bright. With this promising prediction in mind, here is some in-depth analysis that will unveil the key trends and factors contributing to the positive outlook. If you’re navigating or learning to navigate the evolving landscape of real estate investment and homeownership, join us as we provide the strategic insights you’ll need on your journey. 

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As the real estate landscape continues to evolve, landlords are faced with the challenge of adapting to the preferences and expectations of the emerging generation of renters: Generation Z. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, Gen Z is characterized by its tech-savvy nature, social consciousness, and desire for convenience. 

To successfully navigate this changing demographic, landlords must embrace innovative strategies that cater to the unique needs and preferences of Gen Z renters.

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As a homeowner, figuring out the best way to access your home equity can be a complicated process, full of complicated jargon, long processes, scary waits for appraisals, and potentially expensive hidden costs. 

Here’s a look at the tradeoff between HELOCs and cash-out refinances—the two most common and popular ways to tap into your home equity while maintaining and keeping the ownership of your home. 

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In 2023, it’s been off to the races as everyone pondered: What will climb higher, faster—mortgage rates or home prices? Typically, the two work inversely and help offset one another, but in an unprecedented circumstance, both mortgage rates hit record highs as housing prices continued to swell. However, nearing the end of 2023, the race’s direction seems to be slowing and taking a turn, as mortgage rates have trended downwards and quickly. 

This series of events begs the question: Will real estate still be a worthwhile, inflation-proof investment in 2024? Short of shaking our Magic 8 Ball, we’ll look at informative statistics and review what experts expect moving forward. That way, you’ll be able to make an informed decision about whether to invest in real estate in the coming year. (Spoiler alert: It’s looking good, and you’ll soon see why.) 

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