The Sophisticated Property Investor


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"Those of you who want financial freedom and/or have a need to create a legacy to leave a secure money machine behind for your children, need to read this book. Herein you will learn the tools needed to invest in the commercial property sector, be it a building of your own or a share in one. No longer is this investment vehicle an exclusive domain for the rich, many mums and dads are learning how to play and making substantial gains to secure their future. Contains an interview with Sir Robert Jones and other specialists in their fields"--Back cover.




What Every Property Investor Needs To Know About Finance, Tax and the Law


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FULLY UPDATED 3rd EDITION OF THIS BEST SELLERIncluding: How to get the banks to say "e;YES"e; in the current tighter lending environmentThis book is an expert guide to financial freedom that reveals how some people work less, earn more, pay less tax and are more financially secure than others.Buy this book now as it is a must read for all Australian property investors because it explains how it's not how much money you make that matters, it's how hard that money works and how much you keep that counts.So now you can learn from Australia's leading property, finance, tax and legal experts with decades of experience & knowledge you just won't get anywhere else.This book has been written for both beginning and experienced investors. Together with Michael Yardney, who is Australia's leading expert in wealth creation through property, property tax accountant and structuring specialist Ken Raiss and property lawyer and educator Rob Balanda, share their decades of experience and explain how sophisticated investors know how to use "e;the system"e; to their advantage. This is a "e;Plain English"e; guide to financial freedom that reveals how some people work less, earn more, pay less in taxes and are more financially secure than others.Most property investors never achieve financial independence, because they don't understand how to use "e;the system."e; This book is designed to help you treat your property investments as a business and take advantage of "e;the system"e; rather than having it work against you.Readers will be shown "e;What Every Property Investor needs to know about Finance, Tax and the Law"e;.This book is written for: - people who want to work less, earn more, pay less tax and become financially secure - beginning investors who want to set things up correctly from the start - experienced investors who want to get to the next level by developing a property investment business - property investors who want to move to the next level by getting the right finance & the right structures to protect their assets from lawsuits, taxes & creditors




Private Real Estate Investment


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Fiduciary responsibilities and related court-imposed liabilities have forced investors to assess market conditions beyond gut level, resulting in the development of sophisticated decision-making tools. Roger Brown's use of historical real estate data enables him to develop tools for gauging the impact of circumstances on relative risk. His application of higher level statistical modeling to various aspects of real estate makes this book an essential partner in real estate research. Offering tools to enhance decision-making for consumers and researchers in market economies of any country interested in land use and real estate investment, his book will improve real estate market efficiency. With property the world's biggest asset class, timely data on housing prices just got easier to find and use. Excellent mixture of theory and application Data and database analysis techniques are the first of their kind




The Complete Guide to Real Estate Finance for Investment Properties


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This practical, real-world guide gives investors all the tools they need to make wise decisions when weighing the value and potential of investment properties. Written for old pros as well as novice investors, this friendly, straightforward guide walks readers step by step through every stage of property analysis. Whether you're buying or selling, investing in big commercial properties or single-family rentals, you'll find expert guidance and handy resources on every aspect of real estate finance, including: * Proven, effective valuation techniques * Finance tips for all different kinds of property * How various financing strategies affect investments * Structuring financial instruments, including leverage, debt, equity, and partnerships * Measurements and ratios for investment performance, including capitalization rates and gross rent multiplier ratios * Future and present value analysis * How the appraisal process works * Primary appraisal methods-replacement cost, sales comparison, and income capitalization-and how to know which one to use * How to understand financial statements, including income, balance, and cash flow * Case studies for single-family rentals, multifamily conversions, apartment complexes, and commercial office space * A detailed glossary of important real estate terminology




What Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know About Cash Flow... And 36 Other Key Financial Measures, Updated Edition


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The Classic Guide to Real Estate Investing—Updated for a Re-energized Industry! Real estate is once again a great investment, and this bestselling guide provides everything you need to know to get in now and make your fortune. What Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know About Cash Flow removes the guesswork from investing in real estate by teaching you how to crunch numbers like a pro, so you can confidently judge a property’s value and ensure it provides long-term returns. Real estate expert, Frank Gallinelli has added new, detailed investment case studies, while maintaining the essentials that have made his book a staple among serious investors. Learn how to measure critical aspects of real estate investments, including: Discounted Cash Flow Net Present Value Capitalization Rate Cash-on-Cash Return Net Operating Income Internal Rate of Return Profitability Index Return on Equity Whether you’re just beginning in real estate investing or you’re a seasoned professional, What Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know About Cash Flow has what you need to make sure you take the smartest approach for your next investment using proven calculations.




The Book on Advanced Tax Strategies


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When it comes to taxes, it's not just about how much money you make--but how much money you actually get to keep. Are you tired of working hard all year, just to lose the largest chunk of that money to the IRS? Believe it or not, the U.S. tax system is filled with loopholes designed specifically to benefit real estate investors just like you. In this comprehensive follow-up to The Book on Tax Strategies, bestselling authors and CPAs Amanda Han and Matthew MacFarland bring you more strategies to slash your taxes and turn your real estate investments into a tax-saving machine. Inside, you will learn: How to take advantage of the tax reform benefits in all of your real estate deals Tax-deferral and tax-free techniques to significantly increase your return on investments How to use your rental properties to legally wipe out your taxable income What you need to know to take advantage of the Opportunity Zone tax benefits Tax-free methods to take cash out of a 1031 Exchange How to supercharge your nest egg using self-directed investment strategies Common retirement investing tax traps and how to avoid them Taxes saved means more money for you, your family, and more money to invest. Learning to save on your taxes could be the easiest money you ever make!




Real Estate Riches


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If there were one advantage that would make a significant impact on the growth of your real estate portfolio, what would that be? If you are just starting out as a real estate investor, what anxieties or worries might you have? What expertise in particular would help you understand market fundamentals and help you achieve your goal of becoming a successful investor and attaining financial freedom? If you're an experienced investor, what systems do you have in place to support your growth without making costly mistakes? Have you built up a proper support team? If you are a successful real estate agent, with experience in residential property, what could you do to enhance that success in both personal and professional growth? Have you thought about how real estate investing can help you and your business? The answer to these questions lies in a very special kind of relationship-the relationship between the real estate investor and the real estate agent. Real Estate Riches is designed to provide investors with insights into the skills and services that a knowledgeable agent can provide-one who specializes in meeting the needs of the investor by understanding the investor's mindset, vision, and goals to allow them to focus on the larger aspects of their business. Real Estate Riches is also intended to illustrate to the agent what an investor's business looks like-from the different strategies and types of properties the investor focuses on, to the specifics of investment towns, neighbourhoods and streets, to timelines and cycles for growing the investor's portfolio. How do you go about finding that agent with the requisite skills? The answer lies within the pages of Real Estate Riches. Filled with real-life case studies, tips, and the hard-won knowledge that comes from experience, the book is motivational, practical, and useful-and it will be among your wisest investments. "This book really shows professional investors and professional agents how, if done right, both parties can come out with better financial results with less hassle by treating the real estate business like any other business-creating long-term relationships in which each party respects the other's profession and treats each other's time like the important commodity that it is." - Don R. Campbell, Author, market analyst, and investor "Tahani is an inspiration. She shows firsthand how with the right mindset and the right team you can build a future in real estate while not compromising what's truly important." - Philip McKernan, Author of South of 49 and Fire Sale "Tahani's story is powerful, and demonstrates what can happen when you focus on helping people and living your passion. She reveals the 'human' side of real estate, and why it's so important to build a powerful team around you that you can trust." - Greg Habstritt, Founder of SimpleWealth.com and best-selling author of The Real Estate Secret "Tahani gives the novice investor a clear insight into the world of a savvy, investor-friendly real estate agent and the importance of having someone with her experience on your team. Whether you are a seasoned investor or just starting out, this book will be an invaluable tool in your investor toolbox." - Peter Kinch, Owner, DLC Peter Kinch Mortgage Team Tahani Aburaneh is donating the royalties from the sale of this book to www.care.org.




Residential Property Investing Explained Simply


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The essential handbook for all residential property investors.Many property investing books sell the dream – scores of properties bought in a handful of years, and millions of dollars made in a number of minutes. But how does property investing actually work?Unlike other property books, Residential Property Investing Explained Simply comprehensively explains how to invest in residential property. It covers planning your investment strategy, searching for and analysing opportunities, building a residential property portfolio, finding and managing tenants, and much, much more.If you want to grow your wealth through residential property investing and start your journey toward financial freedom, this is the only book you will ever need.




A Surfer's Guide to Property Investing


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A Surfer's Guide to Property Investing is about how to achieve your financial goals and lead your best life through investing in property.Paul Glossop believes the mark of financial success isn't about getting bigger, better, faster or more. To him, success is freedom - freedom to spend more time with his family, or giving back to his community, or just more time to go surfing.Paul initially studied architecture before transferring his focus to education. He started working as a teacher in one of the roughest, toughest schools in the UK. A series of fortunate events brought him back to Sydney where over 10 years investing in property, Paul amassed a portfolio which has been focused on capital growth, development opportunities and cash flow. The success of his portfolio gave Paul the financial freedom to take a calculated risk to walk away from a successful corporate career and start something that he was truly passionate about: helping his family and others change their lives through investing in property.




Loopholes of Real Estate


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The Loopholes of Real Estate reveals the tax and legal strategies used by the rich for generations to acquire and benefit from real estate investments. Clearly written, The Loopholes of Real Estate shows you how to open tax loopholes for your benefit and close legal loopholes for your protection.