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How to Calculate Real Estate Taxes on Your Property
There are 3 main types of property taxes: federal, state, and local. The first two are imposed by the federal government, while the states impose local property taxes. If you’re a homeowner, you have to pay real estate taxes for the properties you own. What is Real Estate Tax? Real estate taxes are an essential part of your rental property income. In the United States, the federal government issues a tax on the real estate called real property tax (RPT). This tax is based on the market value of the real estate minus any improvements. Real property tax is based on the property’s value – the market value – and…
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Using A Courtesy Car: What To Know
When you lease a vehicle, the automaker will often offer a complimentary car, commonly called a courtesy car, when your car is being repaired. The catch is that most courtesy cars are older models and are usually leased similarly to a standard car. While it may be inconvenient to be without a courtesy car, you must remember that you have no other alternative. There are many ways to use the courtesy car rental feature. You can simply rent a car or van, on the off-chance you need to travel during the hours when yours isn’t available. You can rent extra cars if, let’s say, both cars in your fleet are…
