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Should You Sell Now or Rent Out Your Home? Factors to Consider

Trying to decide between selling your home or renting it out? It’s a big one – especially when life throws you a curveball, like a job transfer or a growing family. Both paths have their perks and headaches, so you’ll want to weigh them against your financial situation, what’s happening in your local housing market,

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Can You Sell a House for $1? Understanding Legal and Financial Implications

Selling a house for a dollar – it sounds odd, but it’s actually legal. Here’s the catch: if you transfer a property for $1, the IRS and state authorities treat the difference between the property’s fair market value and that token price as a gift, which means there could be tax consequences. So, no, it’s

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Capital Gains Tax Colorado Explained for Investors and Homeowners

Capital gains tax in Colorado hits anyone selling assets like stocks, real estate, or other investments for a profit. Colorado taxes capital gains as part of state income tax at a flat rate, with only limited subtractions available for specific cases such as qualifying agricultural property. If you know how both federal and state rules

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Tax Implications Of Selling A House Below Market Value And What Homeowners Should Know

Selling a house for less than its market value might sound straightforward, but it’s rarely that simple. When you sell a house below market value, the IRS can treat the difference as a taxable gift, and capital gains tax rules might still come into play. It’s one of those things you don’t want to stumble

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How to Deal with HOA Fines or Active Violations When Selling Your Home Efficiently

Selling a home in a Homeowners Association (HOA) community gets tricky fast if you’ve got active violations or unpaid fines hanging over your property. These issues can stall – or even tank – a sale, since most HOAs insist that everything’s cleared up before they’ll greenlight a transfer. So, if you’re thinking about selling, honestly,

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Selling a House That Needs Major Repairs – How to Find Buyers Without Making Fixes

Selling a house that needs major repairs can feel overwhelming, especially if you don’t have the time, money, or even the energy to take on big fixes. You can absolutely sell a property as-is and skip all those expensive renovations – there are buyers out there who actually want a project. This route can save

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Squatters Rights Colorado: Adverse Possession Laws

Note: The following article is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered legal advice! In Colorado, the concept of “squatters rights” falls under the adverse possession law. This law allows individuals to legally claim ownership of property they don’t technically own. To claim adverse possession in Colorado, an individual must openly and continuously

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