SVN ECONOMIC UPDATE – AUGUST 29, 2024
The latest national Economic Update from SVN is out, keeping us up-to-date on national trends that impact our local economy here in the Greater Harrisburg, PA area. 1. FED POISED TO PIVOT The FOMC is poised to cut interest rates in September for the first time in over two and a half years, evidenced by […]
SVN ECONOMIC UPDATE – AUGUST 15, 2024
The latest national Economic Update from SVN is out, keeping us up-to-date on national trends that impact our local economy here in the Greater Harrisburg, PA area. 1. INFLATION According to the BLS, the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) reaccelerated on a monthly basis in July but continued to decelerate annually. Prices rose by 0.2% […]
1031 Exchange Series: Part 5: Advanced Strategies and Scenarios
Partial 1031 Exchanges A partial exchange occurs when only a portion of the proceeds is reinvested in a like-kind property. This can happen if you keep some cash from the sale or if the new property is of lesser value. Implications of Partial Exchanges Boot: Any cash or non-like-kind property received in the exchange is […]
SVN ECONOMIC UPDATE – JULY 26, 2024
The latest national Economic Update from SVN is out, keeping us up-to-date on national trends that impact our local economy here in the Greater Harrisburg, PA area. 1. GDP According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the US economy expanded at an annualized rate of 2.8% in the second quarter, up from 1.4% in the […]
1031 Exchange Series: Part 4 – Rules, Restrictions, and Pitfalls of 1031 Exchanges
Part 4: Rules, Restrictions, and Pitfalls of 1031 Exchanges Key Rules and Restrictions Like-Kind Property: The replacement property must be similar in nature to the relinquished property. For real estate, virtually all types of investment properties qualify as like-kind. 45-Day Identification Period: You must identify address specific potential replacement properties within 45 days of selling […]
SVN ECONOMIC UPDATE – JULY 12, 2024
The latest national Economic Update from SVN is out, keeping us up-to-date on national trends that impact our local economy here in the Greater Harrisburg, PA area. 1. CPI INFLATION The Consumer Price Index fell by 0.1% month over month in June, its first monthly downtick in over four years, according to the latest data […]
1031 Exchange Series: Part 3 – Reverse and Construction 1031 Exchanges
Part 3: Reverse and Construction 1031 Exchanges Reverse 1031 Exchanges In a reverse exchange, you purchase the replacement property before selling your existing property. This type of exchange is more complex and requires careful planning and execution. Process of a Reverse Exchange Acquire Replacement Property: The new property is acquired first. This is done through […]
1031 Exchanges: Process and Benefits of Delayed 1031
Part 2: Delayed 1031 Exchanges: Process and Benefits What is a Delayed Exchange? A delayed exchange is the most common type of 1031 exchange. It involves selling your current property first, then purchasing a new like-kind property within specific time frames. This method offers flexibility and is accessible to most investors. Step-by-Step Process Sale of […]
1031 Exchange Series: Introduction to 1031 Exchanges
What is a 1031 Exchange? A 1031 exchange, named after Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), allows real estate investors to defer paying capital gains taxes when they sell an investment property and reinvest the proceeds into a similar (“like-kind”) property. This powerful tax-deferral strategy can help investors build wealth by keeping more […]
SVN ECONOMIC UPDATE – JUNE 28, 2024
The latest national Economic Update from SVN is out, keeping us up-to-date on national trends that impact our local economy here in the Greater Harrisburg, PA area. 1. BANK STRESS TESTS According to the Federal Reserve, all 31 “systemically important financial institutions” (SIFIs) passed their annual stress tests. These tests evaluate the ability of large […]
