Morris Invest’s Real Estate Wisdom: A Blog for Savvy Investors
Tax Reform Bill Dubbed “Debt Time Bomb” Offers Key Wins for Real Estate Sector
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act with a 215-214 vote after last-minute changes swayed GOP opposition. While the bill faces criticism for having fiscal red flags, it includes provisions favorable to the real estate sector, such as 100% bonus depreciation, the QBI deduction, and 1031 like-kind exchanges.
Media Reported “Blockbuster” Jobs Report While Americans Struggled to Find Work
During election month, the mainstream media celebrated a blockbuster jobs report despite 1.6 million Americans being unable to find work for over 6 months. This highlights the ongoing issue of biased reporting as news outlets prioritize their own agendas. Dive in to explore the details to uncover the reality behind the headlines.
Finding the Right CPA for Real Estate Investors: What to Look For
A CPA specializing in real estate is what every property investor should integrate into their tax strategy if they want to generate as much profit as possible. In fact, a good certified public accountant can help a landlord legally reduce their tax liability to zero. On top of this, an accountant takes care of all the basics for you, such as ensuring rules and regulations are followed, preparing and filing your taxes, as well as record keeping and financial planning. If your interest has been sparked, dive into this article so you’ll know what to look for when searching for a CPA who has your back when it comes to reducing your tax burden.
Using a VA Loan for Investment Property Purchases: What You Need to Know
If you’re interested in buying a rental property and qualify for a mortgage backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, you’ll be happy to know that it’s possible to use a VA loan for investment property purchases. Now, this isn’t necessarily a specific type of loan that’s used to buy real estate intended to be rented out, but it can be utilized in that way when certain requirements are met. That said, dive into this post to find out how to qualify for a VA loan, what the restrictions are, and more.
Year-End Fed Rate Cut Sets Incoming Presidency Up for High Inflation
Despite persistent inflation, the Federal Reserve cut the benchmark interest rate by a quarter point yesterday during their last meeting of the year. The rate was lowered to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%, which is good news for borrowers, but overall, the move will most likely keep consumer prices on the rise and roll high inflation over to the new administration. Dive in to gain insight into the ongoing rise in inflation and the potential for a recession.
Decoding a Landlord Statement: What Rental Property Owners Need to Know
If you’re new to real estate investing, there’s one important document that you should have knowledge of, and that’s a landlord statement, also known as an owner statement. It serves as a useful financial tool that can give a landlord an idea of how a rental property is performing, as well as provide essential specs to pass along to an accountant. Dive in to learn more about these particular reports so you stay on top of your game when it comes to your ROI and monthly cash flow.
The Fight to Stop De-Dollarization and Preserve the U.S. Economy
The death of the U.S. dollar is among us, although the mainstream media is shielding this truth. In fact, the Washington Post recently reported, “The dollar’s supremacy — in trade, in finance and as the global reserve currency — shows little sign of erosion.” This isn’t true reporting; it’s storytelling to keep a narrative going. The truth is that the U.S. dollar is on shaky ground as the national debt spirals out of control and world leaders attempt to move away from utilizing the dollar for their international trade and financial transactions. Read more to find out how de-dollarization would impact the U.S. economy, your financial stability, and your retirement account.
Real Estate Investors Driven to Buy as Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage experienced another dip, landing at 6.69% this week, as reported by Freddie Mac. Down from 6.81% just last week, this encouraging rate shift was enough to boost purchase applications by 6%, reflecting the pent-up enthusiasm within the housing market. Additionally, real estate investors are positioning themselves to leverage lower rates and take action before the market floods and property prices rise.
Financing 101: Exploring Your Options for Rental Property Loans
I’ve been in the real estate business for almost two decades now, so I’m well aware of all the financing options available that make it possible to purchase an investment property. Out of these, I’ve found there are a few rental property loans that stand out from the rest. With that said, grab a cup of coffee and dive into this article to determine which funding option is best for you.
2025 California Rental Laws Set to Place More Restrictions on Landlords
California, one of the most unfriendly landlord states in the nation, has succeeded in passing even more legislation that tightens the reins on landlords. With a focus on increasing tenant rights, Governor Newsom approved three bills this past September, which will take effect in 2025. Find out what they are and how you can avoid investing in tenant-friendly states such as these.
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