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Features of Accounting Packages for Small Business
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February 21, 2018 |
Real estate is your strength, not accounting, but you need to handle the taxes and other financial matters for your small business. Luckily, accounting software packages make it easier for you to manage these tasks and stay on top of your administrative responsibilities. FreshBooks FreshBooks is an excellent choice for new small business owners, as… Read more
Tax Savings: Organize Your Real Estate Income
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February 19, 2018 |
It’s important to organize your real estate income and expenses so that you don’t overpay at tax time. The key to savings at tax time is to know which deductions realtors are most likely to miss and organize them by category for your accountant. Accounting software programs like QuickBooks and FreshBooks will help you keep… Read more
Understanding Home Construction Contracts
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February 16, 2018 |
Due to the tight real estate market, your clients may be contemplating building a custom home or building a home through a tract home builder. In either scenario, it is important that you understand the differences between the two main types of home construction contracts. Your clients should also always be directed to consult with… Read more
5 Reasons You Should Hire A Tax Professional This Year
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February 14, 2018 |
Using a tax professional to help make sure you get the largest possible refund this year is just one reason it pays to turn over this important job to the experts. At tax time, most small business owners focus on minimizing their tax bill or getting the biggest refund possible. Either way, a tax professional… Read more
The New Tax Law and Your Real Estate Business
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February 9, 2018 |
As you probably already know, the 2017 “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” is now law. What you may not know is how to implement those tax changes to maximize the profitability of your real estate business. Below are some highlights of the new law so you can be sure you are taking every advantage of… Read more
How a Government Shutdown Affects the Real Estate Market
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February 9, 2018 |
We’ve all heard about a government shutdown and what they mean to those working in government. But how do these shutdowns affect people who work outside of the government, yet rely on their services? For instance, real estate agents selling and buying homes, and mortgage loan officers could be in for some barriers. Real estate agents and… Read more
Signs It’s Time to Hire New Employees
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February 8, 2018 |
Owning a small business can be very enjoyable. Making this type of business successful will require a lot of hard work and the right team. When your business is still in the startup phase, you will probably be able to handle a lot of the work on your own. However, as your company starts to… Read more
Managing Vacation Rental Homes
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February 2, 2018 |
With the rise of vacation rental home websites, like Airbnb and others, many have sought to expand their practice to include the management of vacation rentals. There is a difference between a vacation property management and traditional property management. One difference is that a vacation rental is for a short-term (usually a week) while a… Read more
How Starting a Podcast Will Benefit Your Business
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February 1, 2018 |
In an earlier post, we discussed the potential a podcast could have as far as audience reach and brand visibility. But let’s really get into the specific benefits your business will reap should you decide to start podcasting. Building awareness There are only so many ways people can learn about your company. If you practice… Read more
How a Mortgage Loan Officer Goes the Extra Mile for Their Clients
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January 31, 2018 |
Applying for and getting a loan can be a tough and challenging process for a potential homeowner. However, a mortgage loan officer can make that process easier and more enjoyable for everyone involved. By taking some steps to offer outstanding service, mortgage loan officers can ensure that potential clients want to do business, current clients… Read more
Dying with Real Estate
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January 26, 2018 |
Much of estate planning is tailored to those items that can pass outside of probate and those that cannot. An example of something that can transfer outside of probate is real estate. Others include insurance proceeds, investments, and bank accounts. Upon the death of the decedent, these items will transfer to previously named beneficiaries, notwithstanding… Read more
