Important Things to Know About Wash Sale Rules

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Gains and losses are part of investment activity. While the IRS taxes your capital gains, you could use the capital losses to offset taxable income, provided you're not triggering the wash sale rule. Unfortunately, many investors unwittingly trigger the wash sale rule when they reinvest dividends or rebalance portfolios after selling at a loss.

May 2, 2025

Understanding Real Estate Investment: What it is and How to Buy

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For many, investing in real estate is often viewed as a way to complement traditional asset classes. While outcomes vary, real estate investments may provide benefits such as diversity, passive income, and additional benefits.

May 1, 2025

The Pros and Cons of Direct Real Estate Investments

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If you’re considering an investment in income-generating real estate, the correct strategy can lead to potential wealth generation. One such approach is a direct real estate investment.

Apr 27, 2025

How To Buy Raw Land

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Raw land is property that hasn’t been developed or built upon. It lacks buildings or structures, public utilities like sewer, water, or power and paved roads. It’s speculative and generally doesn’t generate income.

Apr 22, 2025

How To Start A Real Estate Investment Group (REIG)

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A Real Estate Investment Group (REIG) can be a powerful strategy to expand your portfolio while leveraging collective resources. An REIG means you pool your resources with other investors to target larger, real estate opportunities. Such a group allows you and other members to share their experiences and expertise.

Apr 20, 2025

Does Selling Land Affect Government Benefits?

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Selling land can be a significant financial decision for a real estate investor. That significance increases if the investor receives government benefits like Social Security retirement or disability payments or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Apr 18, 2025

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