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What is a 4-Point Inspection?

What is a 4-Point Inspection?

A four-point inspection is a type of property inspection that evaluates four systems in a home: the roof, electrical system, plumbing system, and HVAC.
IRS Unveils Increased 2025 IRA Contribution Limits

IRS Unveils Increased 2025 IRA Contribution Limits

The IRS released the updated contribution limits for 2025. Find out the key changes, including increased limits for your 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or HSA.
8 Popular Questions About Required Minimum Distributions

8 Popular Questions About Required Minimum Distributions

Here are answers to eight important questions about RMDs, including account types important deadlines, calculation methods, and potential penalties.
The Upside of Fair Market Valuation for Savvy Investors

The Upside of Fair Market Valuation for Savvy Investors

Completing a fair market valuation (FMV) for your SDIRA fulfills IRS rules and can empower you to make more informed decisions with your portfolio.
State-by-State Capital Gains Tax Rates for 2024

State-by-State Capital Gains Tax Rates for 2024

State capital gains taxes can take out a chunk of your portfolio profits. Explore the top capital gains tax rate for each U.S. state.
Retirement Planning Tips for Every Age: 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s

Retirement Planning Tips for Every Age: 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s

Explore how retirement planning strategies adapt over time and what you can do at each stage to stay on track for a financially secure future.
How to Avoid Self-Directed IRA Prohibited Transactions

How to Avoid Self-Directed IRA Prohibited Transactions

Here are five of the most common prohibited transactions and practical tips on how to avoid them, helping you safeguard your SDIRA’s tax-advantaged status.
What Exactly is a DSCR Loan?

What Exactly is a DSCR Loan?

A DSCR loan primarily focuses on the cash flow generated by an investment property or business rather than the creditworthiness of the borrower.