Ryan Guedel's Blog Posts

Let’s try to get the ‘you swallow 8 spiders a year while you sleep’ number down to zero, shall we?For all the complaining about how much time we’re all spending indoors, you

Over the past three months, the stock market has been on a roller coaster. Investment portfolios have followed suit, which could be particularly concerning for those who are counting on those funds

Is Your A/C Ready for Summer?Summer is almost upon us, and that means it’s time to check your A/C system. It’s important to regularly check the system in order to prevent any breakdowns

Homes built prior to 1978 could have lead-based paint. Some mini-blinds may also contain lead. Lead may place children at risk of developing lead poisoning. Sellers of homes built prior to 1978

A bank-owned home is a property that has been taken back by the lender. Bank owned homes typically start as foreclosures, but not all foreclosures end up as bank-owned property.The foreclosure

Millennials are moving more, spending more and buying moreContinuing a trend that stretches back to one year ago, Millennials are still dominating the homebuying landscape, taking on more

If you live in an older home, or just bought a new one and want to make it yours, these 10 updates might be a great place to start. These updates will help increase your home value right away.Some

You rely on your washer and dryer to keep your clothes looking good. Use this guide to make sure you're keeping up with the overall maintenance of your washer and dryer.You depend on your washer and

Don't be afraid to swing that hammer or dip that paintbrush. We have some easy tips to get you started on some DIY home projects. Get your tools ready!Home improvement projects don’t always

Crank Up Your Curb AppealDon't let the neighbor's house steal all of the attention.If you haven’t thought about your home’s curb appeal, or if it’s been a while since you’ve

     Do you really understand what your policy covers?Everyone should know what their home or auto policy covers. Sign up for a free policy review with one of Covered’s

Using your VA Benefits to buy a new Home or RefinanceOne of the first options military members consider for a home purchase is their right to apply for a VA home loan. Most real estate agents

Top Ten 1031 Exchange Misconceptions1.  LIKE-KIND MEANS I MUST EXCHANGE THE SAME TYPE OF PROPERTY, SUCH AS APARTMENT BUILDING FOR APARTMENT BUILDING. All real property is like-kind to

1. Thermostat 101·         An air conditioner set at 70°F costs twice as much to operate as one set at 78°F. It may seem counterintuitive, but

Deferring Tax on Mixed Use Properties: Utilizing IRC Sections 1031 and 121When it comes to issues related to capital gains taxes associated with the sale of real estate, there are two primary

SALES SLIDEExisting home sales plummet nearly 5% in March after four years of gains according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors.A shortage of inventory and rising costs is

                                Picture this. Your lease is up on your apartment, and you

Jan. 15, 2019: Your quarterly estimated tax deadline for Q4 2018 is due on this date. Not sure what to do? Read our guide to quarterly estimated taxes.Jan. 31, 2019: Today your form

Here’s How to Maintain Your Water Heater Your water heater is an important appliance in your home, proper maintenance is the best way to keep your water heater running properly

Tax Win: IRS Provides Clear Test on How 20% Deduction Applies to Rental Income, ExchangesThe Internal Revenue Service has issued final rules on the 20 percent business income deduction .