I think when property values are starting to return that would be a good strategy.

Tak into consideration a 4% return, less taxes = approx. 3% return.

They sent us a paper to sign today to get our earnest money back that stated they were not liable and all we had to do was sign it and they would return our check.

After years in the real estate business, I have come to the conclusion that real estate agents don't know much about real estate or what sells or what gives return on the money.I had an agent tell me in all seriousness that the monster size house I'd just purchased would look reallly great if I'd replace all the great condition siding with real cedar siding.Why, yes it would.

Take in your last two years tax returns.

What that means is that you're paying yourself the same return on the down payment as you're paying on the loan.

When will you be returning to our fair country?

It's still a bad deal.Another way to look at this deal is cash on cash return.

If she is on the title she will have to file US returns, whether you two file jointly or separately is another question best answered by your CPA or tax preparer.

Return is based on risk.