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How Fractional Ownership in Real Estate Works

How Fractional Ownership in Real Estate Works

by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Mar 31, 2023 | General Property Management, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 0 comments

Real estate is expensive. But no one says you have to buy an entire property all by yourself. Enter: fractional ownership in real estate. You don’t need to be rich to buy shares in properties. In some cases, you can buy shares in properties for as little as $20. But...
What Are 4-Point Inspections in Real Estate, and Why Do Them?

What Are 4-Point Inspections in Real Estate, and Why Do Them?

by Christopher Murray | Last updated Feb 17, 2023 | General Property Management, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 10 comments

When buying a new property, it pays to know what four-point inspections are and why they’re important. A 4-point inspection is an assessment conducted by a qualified professional and it’s an integral part of the real estate process.  This assessment looks at the four...
Repairs vs. Capital Improvements to Rental Properties: How Are Each Taxed?

Repairs vs. Capital Improvements to Rental Properties: How Are Each Taxed?

by Guest Author | Last updated Jan 13, 2023 | General Property Management, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 14 comments

Every landlord must carry out regular maintenance and repairs to keep their rental properties habitable. Fixing a faulty faucet, AC unit repair, or painting the property are all part of a landlord’s job description. In contrast, capital improvements boost the property...
What Is a Landlord Insurance Policy & How Much Coverage Do I Need?

What Is a Landlord Insurance Policy & How Much Coverage Do I Need?

by Christopher Murray | Last updated Jan 10, 2023 | Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, General Property Management, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 8 comments

Just like homeowners, landlords need property insurance coverage.  Too little coverage leaves you exposed to losses when and if your property suffers damage. But too much landlord insurance coverage is an unnecessary expense each month.  Which means you need to strike...
Rental Property Deduction Checklist: 22 Tax Deductions for Landlords in 2022 & 2023

Rental Property Deduction Checklist: 22 Tax Deductions for Landlords in 2022 & 2023

by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Mar 2, 2023 | General Property Management, Personal Finance, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 76 comments

Real estate comes with some of the best tax advantages in the world. Landlord tax deductions include just about every conceivable expense associated with rental properties – plus some just-on-paper expenses. But tax laws change fast, so investors need to stay on top...
Visualizing Real Estate Cash Flow

Visualizing Real Estate Cash Flow

by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Jan 13, 2023 | General Property Management, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 14 comments

Real estate cash flow is not about what happens in a “normal” month. In a “normal” month, your expenses will probably be minimal. And then a not-so-normal month hits, and you get slapped with a $2,500 expense. So when rental investors forecast real estate cash flow,...
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