How are real estate sale proceeds reflected in the software?
When a home is sold, the proceeds show up on the Net Worth and Summary Totals spreadsheets, but not in the Budget Report or cash flow spreadsheets. Otherwise, the large income number would distort the cash flow picture in the year of sale. Also, if there are federal taxes to be paid on the sale, […]
Should I enter a real estate investment property as Real Estate or Cash & Investment?
You may choose either one, based on the level of detail you wish to enter. If the real estate is more of a passive investment, where it is enough to enter net value and rate of return (or dollar amount of return), then Cash & Investments would be fine. Use the Real Estate screen if […]
How does the mortgage interest deduction work when the parties are separated?
It depends on whether the parties hold the asset in joint title, or whether only one party is the owner. Joint title If the parties hold the property in joint title, half of the mortgage payers’ payment counts as alimony income to the other party. The other party then also gets a mortgage interest deduction […]
How do I indicate that a real estate property (home, marital residence) will be sold?
On the real estate property, click “more info.” At the top of the screen, answer the question to indicate that the property will be sold. Scroll down to the section on sale of the property, and enter the expected date of sale and other information.
How do I enter a home sale being used to fund a downpayment?
When a home is sold it shows up on the Net Worth spreadsheet, but not in the Budget Report or Cash Flow (Net Income) reports. Otherwise, the large number would distort the cash flow picture. When you look at the Net Worth spreadsheet, you will see an asset shifting from the Real Estate Property column […]
How can I enter a real estate property that is partly rental income and partly personal use?
The software is designed to handle real estate property that is partly rental income and partly personal use. Here’s how to set that up: The sections will now be set up for this scenario. In the Real Estate expenses section, enter just the personal expenses. In the Real Estate income section, on the line for […]