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This is how Donald Trump avoids Capital Gains tax
Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 is set at $250,000 for single individuals and $500,000 for married couples in the sale of their primary residence. The Act requires occupancy of the home as a Primary Residence for 2 of the past 5 years. But if you were Donald Trump and...
If you don’t buy investment property now, you will hate yourself
Despite the increasing possibility that the FED will raise the interest rates in one week, we still believe it's a great time to take advantage of these low rates and buy investment property. But just like any other investment, buying income properties will require...
Due diligence steps on all cash offers
Percentage of cash offers have declined to 31% since the peak of 2014, so congratulations are in order if you have gotten a cash offer on your (for sale by owner) FSBO sale. But not all cash offers are created equal and before you accept the offer, there are some...
What you should know about selling your own home
With persistent shortage of inventory in Silicon Valley, it should not be that hard for you to sell your own home as a FSBO. But you would be wrong. Even homes that are listed by real estate agents are collecting dust on today because of poor timing, planning and...
Quick tips for small kitchen remodels in Los Gatos
Do you own an older home in Los Gatos? Does this home need a quick make-over? Is the small kitchen and bathrooms need serious remodel and updates? Well, you are not alone. Most owners of older homes face...
Top 5 tips to find Milpitas fixer uppers
Are you a fix-and-flip investor? Are you looking for fixer uppers in Milpitas? Well, you might be in for a surprise since finding a Milpitas Fixer upper is in Milpitas is harder than finding an honest used car dealer! Joking aside, the recent rise of home prices in...