Capital Gains Or Losses
Any gain or loss from selling of capital assets. The gain or loss is the difference between the net selling price and cost basis. The two types of capital gains or losses for tax purposes are long term and short term. Capital gains are net after all costs have been deducted. Capital gains and losses are reported on schedule D of IRS form 1040. They include sales of real estate.
Popular Real Estate Terms
Raised concrete border constructed along a street or a sidewalk. A curb prevents vehicle from going on the adjacent property and sidewalks as well as directing runoff into storm drains. ...
In real estate terms, many consider having corner influence an extra financial advantage when it comes to transactions in most cases. Usually, enjoying a corner influence brings an ...
Increased satisfaction a buyer obtains from the purchasing an additional unit of a good, service, or property. ...
Something that is illegal. An example is an unenforceable debt because it has exceeded the statute of limitations. ...
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Home loans backed by the Veterans Administration. The veterans Administration issues a 60% loan guaranty for a sum not to exceed $27,500. The mortgaged home must be a principal residence. ...
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Land surveying measurement that is 16.5 feet in length, or 5 1/2 yards. A perch is also called a rod or a pole. Today the term perch is seldom used. It is found in old deeds, surveys, and ...
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