While the housing market is rebounding, many people in Upstate] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do … Continued
There are many opportunities in the real estate investment market in Upstate, SC. From changing financial regulations and interest rates to an economic future that still has a lot of question marks about its direction, home buyers and home sellers are not sure how to proceed. One smart strategy that buyers and sellers are exploring is … Continued
Uncle Sam gives, and Uncle Sam takes away. But in the case of buying local Upstate investment properties… you can earn investment property tax deductions for your Upstate properties. For real estate investors, the United States provides the opportunity to earn a living purchasing investment properties… and holding those properties as investments, and of course the … Continued
Home ownership just isn’t what it was in the 1950’s. In the past, people would buy a home and live there for the rest of their lives, often passing it on to their family. Things have changed. Many first-time homebuyers are going into it with the attitude that they’ll sell when it’s time for a change. If … Continued
Most people think about investing in real estate in their personal name or holding it inside an investment company (such as an LLC). But many people are discovering that there are other options, including self directed 401k real estate investing. That’s right, you can hold real estate in your self-directed 401k. It’s a powerful way … Continued
While most people understand that real estate is an investment, many people are taking advantage of the qualified retirement accounts to purchase real estate as an appreciating or revenue-generating instrument like IRAs. It’s really important to understand the tax implications, legal ramifications, and various other intricacies of purchasing Upstate real estate within your IRA. So, let’s dive into … Continued
If you’re wondering about the ins and outs of selling your home during a divorce in Upstate SC… we’ll dive into the steps and things to look out for in this article. With over 50% of American marriages ending in divorce, many Upstate SC residents are looking or advice for selling a home during a divorce. … Continued
A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued
You want to sell your Upstate house, and you want to get top dollar. Excellent! But “What do I need to do to sell my house in Upstate“? Here are some tips on how to get your home ready to sell if you’re looking for top dollar that the market will bear: *NOTE: These instructions … Continued
If you’ve been driving around in Upstate, chances are you’ve seen some billboards advertising companies that buy houses. Often times they say things like “We Buy Upstate Houses!” or “Cash For Your House”. Are These “We Buy Houses in Upstate Companies” Credible? How do I know if the local house buying companies out there are honest … Continued
Understanding the foreclosure process in SC is an important part of navigating your own home foreclosure. Before we dive in… Understanding the Foreclosure Process in SC What is foreclosure anyway? Foreclosure is the legal process that lenders use to take back property securing a loan, generally after the borrower stops making payments. Foreclosure is no fun. … Continued
Do you have a Upstate SC house that’s in foreclosure right now? Many people going through the SC foreclosure process want to get out from under that burdensome house and wonder if they can sell the house in foreclosure. The short answer: yes. The long answer: it’s a little more complicated, but usually you can … Continued
Should you take a cash offer for your Upstate house? Not always. I’ll tell you how to sell any property for cash, some reasons to refuse a cash offer – and when you shouldn’t say no. Selling My House for Cash in Upstate If you’re selling a property in Upstate to an end buyer (the person … Continued
If you’re looking to sell your house or investment property in Upstate without using a real estate agent, we can help. Although we do cooperate with brokers, sometimes it’s best to avoid paying someone to be in the middle. After all, paying 5-6% of the sale of a property in a commission is a lot of money. … Continued
You need to sell your Upstate house fast right? If you’re saying… “I’m having the toughest time selling my house fast in Upstate“… you’re at the right place 🙂 These tips will help you get your property sold. [NOTE: Most important – if you really need to sell fast, consider the option of selling for cash offer … Continued
