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A property tax reckoning is coming

Housing Wire

The culprit is property tax bills, which arrived on April 1, bearing property tax increases driven by fast-rising home prices. In Spokane, the average property tax bill has risen from about $2,500 in 2019 to about $3,000 in 2021, tax assessment data shows. No one knows how this will all play out.”.

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How reverse mortgages could improve financial stability for older homeowners

Housing Wire

CM : Firstly, reverse mortgages, whether government-insured or proprietary, are non-recourse loans. Also, an independent appraisal during the loan process locks in the property’s market value at the time the reverse mortgage loan is funded. Not tax advice. Consult a tax professional. †

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Why Do Home Appraisals Cost so Much?

AmeriMac

Typically banks only issue a loan up to the fair market value of a house. If appraisals show a reduction in the home’s value, borrowers may no longer be eligible for one. Most states calculate property taxes depending on your home’s fair market value. How Much Does a Home Appraisal Cost?

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Why Do Home Appraisals Cost so Much?

AmeriMac

Typically banks only issue a loan up to the fair market value of a house. If appraisals show a reduction in the home’s value, borrowers may no longer be eligible for one. Most states calculate property taxes depending on your home’s fair market value. How Much Does a Home Appraisal Cost?

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Investment Property: How Much Can You Write Off on Your Taxes?

Zillow

You can only deduct mortgage interest and repairs you make that restore the property to its original minimally functional condition. You can't deduct capital investments like new buildings, additions or renovations. Capital gains tax. The second tax bill you need to worry about is capital gains tax.

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26 Reasons to Get an Appraisal

Realvals

By providing an unbiased estimate of a property’s value, an appraisal ensures that you know the real value of your property. Estate planning, property tax appeals, divorces, and gifting, are some of the many others. Estate Taxes In some cases, local laws may require appraisals for estate tax purposes.

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Why Do Home Appraisals Cost so Much?

AmeriMac

Typically banks only issue a loan up to the fair market value of a house. If appraisals show a reduction in the home’s value, borrowers may no longer be eligible for one. Most states calculate property taxes depending on your home’s fair market value. How Much Does a Home Appraisal Cost?