BUYERS GUIDE
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Why Buy?
Why Buy?
Why Buy?
WANT TO TAKE A BITE OUT OF THE BIG APPLE? THERE ARE MANY REASONS TO CONSIDER HOMEOWNERSHIP OVER RENTING:
- Property Appreciation. Historically, NYC has seen property values rise over time. Buying is a great way to let your money work for you.
- Tax Write-Offs. Enjoy the ability to write off a portion of your monthly costs. As a primary or secondary residence, the interest payments of your loan (up to $750,000 of loan value), as well as the real estate tax that is apportioned to your apartment/home, may be able to be deducted to a limit. Please consult with your accountant about your eligibility.
- Build Equity. As your property appreciates in value, you can use the equity you build to “trade up” to purchase a larger home or simply amass greater savings.
- Capital Improvements. Unlike a rental property, as you invest in the cosmetic or structural improvement of your home, it is directly correlated to increasing the value of the home itself.
- Capital Gains Primary Residence. Exclusion If you purchase a primary residence and live there for more than 2 years, you can exclude up to $250,000 in capital gain from tax if you are single, and up to $500,000 for a couple.
- 1031 Exchange. A 1031 Exchange allows you to sell an investment property and reinvest in a like-kind replacement property within a period of time in order to defer taxes on recognition of capital gains and related federal income tax liability.
