Category: Real Estate
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ABA Releases 2025 Deal Points Study
The American Bar Association’s (ABA) Business Law Section has released its 2025 Private Target Deal Points Study. Studying deals between $25 Million and $900 million, the study analyzes trends in business deals, including: For more information, check out the alert issued by K&L Gates. To learn more about buying or selling a business, go to https://martinkreshon.com…
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Why You Should Transfer Property to a LLC Before Renting
So, you’ve got a fantastic property in the Evergreen State and you’re ready to jump into the rental game. That’s great! But before you hand over the keys and start cashing those rent checks, there’s one critical step you might be skipping: transferring that property into a limited liability company or LLC. While it may…
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Understanding Washington’s Real Estate Excise Tax Exemptions
Buying or selling real estate in Washington typically triggers the obligation to pay Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) on the sale price. This tax is imposed on the seller and can represent a significant cost in any property transfer. However, not every transfer is a taxable “sale.” Washington law, specifically RCW 82.45 and the corresponding…