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Can I refinance while renting?

When refinancing a rental property, lenders ask you to have more equity built up than with a traditional mortgage. In most cases, the lender will require ...

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Can you gift vested options?

In a simple option transfer to a family member, you transfer a vested option to a child, grandchild, or other heir. The transfer of the vested option is t...

How long does respite care last?

Respite care is a short-term passage of care, often for one to two weeks, from a carer who is different from your usual provider. These respite breaks can...

Does homeowners insurance cover water and mold damage?

Usually mold, mildew, fungus or spores will be covered by home insurance if they were the result of a specific problem that was covered by your policy. An...

Is a house owned before marriage marital property in Florida?

Quick Info: Is a home bought before the marriage divided in a divorce? In a Florida divorce a pre-existing house is normally not marital property and ther...

What does it mean when something is 100 tax deductible?

When an advertisement says “Fully Tax Deductible” they really mean that you will be able to claim the full amount to reduce your net taxable income, it wi...

How does an S corp avoid double taxation?

To avoid double taxation, a corporation can file a special election, called S Corporation election, with the IRS. As an S Corporation, the company itself ...

What are alternatives in real estate?

An alternative investment is a financial asset that does not fall into one of the conventional equity/income/cash categories. Private equity or venture ca...

What can you write off for travel expenses?

Here are some examples of business travel deductions you can claim: Plane, train, and bus tickets between your home and your business destination. Baggage...

What does it mean to broker a transaction?

A transaction broker is a licensed real estate agent who is a neutral third party in a transaction. He or she provides services to facilitate the closing ...