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Key group suggests keeping more profits tax-free An influential public-policy group thinks that Congress should consider allowing home sellers to keep more profits away from the IRS. DEAR DAVE: Considering the fact that home prices have skyrocketed several years in a row, is there a chance that Congress might raise the amount of profit that homeowners can keep tax-free when they eventually sell? ANSWER: No bill that would raise the exclusion on home-sale profits has formally been introduced on Capitol Hill, but a new report by an influential public-policy group provides a glimmer of hope that equity-rich owners will eventually get to keep more of their resale profits away from the clutches of the Internal Revenue Service. Currently, the IRS allows single tax-filers to keep up to $250,000 of their home-sale profits tax-free, provided that the property has been their primary residence for two of the previous five years before the sale. Joint tax-filers can keep up to $500,000. Those amounts haven’t been changed since they were instituted 25 years ago. That means that many sellers today are facing huge

income-tax bills because the long run-up in home prices has pushed their resale profits well above the $250,000/$500,000 limits – especially if they have owned their home for several years or live in either of the red-hot coastal markets. Recently, though, the Congressional Research Service (crsreports.congress.gov) -- a policy group that is part of Congress itself and provides federal lawmakers with nonpartisan information and suggestions -- issued a report that says our elected officials may want to revisit the existing tax-free limits on resale profits. “Given concerns about recently rising housing prices and inflation in general,” it said, “policymakers may wish to reconsider” the current caps. Still, homesellers shouldn’t expect any new tax relief soon. Most lawmakers will be too busy running for re-election and investigating last year’s attack on Capitol Hill throughout the fall, leaving them with little time to focus on other issues. And, of course, all of them will be going home for their month-long summer break in August. At best, a bill to raise the current tax-free limits on home profits proba-

ABOUT REAL ESTATE DAVID MYERS bly wouldn’t be introduced until next year. ••• REAL ESTATE TRIVIA: The National Association of Realtors (www.nar. realtor) spent $44 million on federal lobbying efforts in 2021, according to government records compiled by research firm OpenSecrets.org. Only the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, at $66.4 million, spent more. ••• DEAR DAVE: We purchased an older home, and it recently occurred to us that some of the walls might be painted with leadbased paint. How can we test for it? ANSWER: Most home-improvement, hardware and

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What is an escrow shortage? Escrow accounts are a vital part of mortgages for nearly all homebuyers. Some lenders require mortgage borrowers to have escrow accounts, or the borrower may opt in to an escrow account through their mortgage servicer. Escrow accounts set aside funds for tax and home insurance payments

until they’re due. With each mortgage payment, a portion is set aside in the escrow account. When it’s time to pay property taxes and home insurance, the mortgage servicer will pay those bills on your behalf. A cost increase of any of the items in the escrow account can cause an

MORTGAGE MATTERS KENNETH WOHL escrow shortage. For instance, if your property tax rises dramatically or your home costs more to insure if

its value increased, this could make an escrow shortage. If there is a shortage, typically you can pay the

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parties at Airbnb locations on social media. The number of parties at Airbnb locations increased during the pandemic, Airbnb said, as people moved

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of 16 people at rented properties. It said the cap was prompted by health concerns before vaccines against COVID-19 were available. – AP

amount in full, or have the amount added to your monthly mortgage payment. An escrow analysis typically is performed about once per year, so escrow shortages generally are rare occurrences. But as a homeowner, it’s prudent to be prepared for any unexpected costs that come up

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There are several reasons why investing in real estate is a wise financial decision. For starters, real estate tends to appreciate over time. It also can provide stable monthly income, offers incredible tax advantages, and acts as a hedge against stock market volatility. However, investing in property can get pricey, and the capital you earn won’t be liquid. Moreover, you might be required to personally guarantee large quantities of debt and likely not see returns for a long time. Although it can take years for property investments to compound, your portfolio will begin to generate significant cash flow once they do. Any profits you make can be reinvested, and then you will see your wealth start to snowball. Ways to Invest There are two primary ways people invest in real estate: active and passive investments. Active investments require a hands-on approach to real estate and will require continuous work to generate returns. Either by acting as a landlord or hiring a property manager, you would be involved in the dayto-day maintenance and upkeep of the property. On the other hand,

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Historically low-interest rates, high buyer demand, and a low inventory of homes have converged to form a strong seller’s market. According to a 2021 analysis of home buyer demand by Clever Real Estate, the percentage of houses on the market for less than two weeks was consistently higher than the numbers in 2019. Moreover, a study from the National Association of Realtors revealed that the median existing-home price for all housing types in July was up 8.5% from July 2019. Experts warn there may be a housing market crash on the horizon. If you are a homeowner looking to take advantage of the current market, here’s a guide on how to sell your home and turn the highest profit. Step 1: Find a Real Estate Agent If you are already a home-selling pro who knows how to put your house on the market, then you might forego an agent and use a local MLS company to list your home for a flat fee. However, if you’re like most home sellers and aren’t a real estate professional, then using an agent is highly recommended.

A good local real estate agent helps clients navigate selling a house and deals with the details such as listing the home on the MLS, marketing the property, and negotiating closing costs for the seller. Traditionally, agent commission rates range between 5-6% of the final sale price, split between the buyer’s and seller’s agents. If you’re looking to save some money, though, you may be able to negotiate with your agent for a lower rate. Sellers looking to reduce their costs can also work with a discount real estate broker and pay a flat fee for their services instead of a percentage-based commission. For example, clever Real Estate offers a full-service sales experience for a flat fee of $3,000 or 1%, if your home sells for more than $350,000. These brokers negotiate on the seller’s behalf for better rates, and agents benefit because what they sacrifice in commission, they make up for in volume. Step 2: Prep the Property Once you have chosen the right agent, next, you’ll want to make sure your house is in the best shape possible. Buying a home is an emotional process, especially in a seller’s market

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photos make for faster sales. In fact, professional photography has been shown to sell homes up to 32% faster than homes with low-quality images. Step 3: Put It on the Market Besides selling your home, this next step is the most exciting - listing the property for sale. This is where those professional photos you took in Step 2 will come in handy. There are a few strategies you can use when listing a property in a seller’s market. If your end goal is to get as many offers as possible, then listing your property below fair market value could be a good approach. If you don’t mind waiting a bit longer for the right buyer and live in an area with low inventory, you can list your home at or above fair market value. This will also help ensure you only receive quality offers. Sellers can gauge whether their listing price is competitive by comparing home values in their area over time and the asking price versus the selling price of similar homes in their neighborhood. Step 4: Learn How to Negotiate There are several tactics that buyers use to get a better deal on a home. For instance, some buyers ask for seller concessions, which can entail paying a

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