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Confused about real estate investing? Read articles written by our real estate experts.

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Celebrating the Two Year Anniversary of Flock Homes

5/1/2023
Two years ago today, Flock Homes was born with the vision of creating the “Retirement Solution for Landlords.”
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Can you live in a property you acquired via 1031 exchange?

9/15/2022
Wondering if you can live in a 1031 exchange property? Technically, you can't—but there are workarounds and ways to convert it into your primary residence.
OPTIMIZING OWNERSHIP
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Estate planning vs. will? How to plan for after you’re gone

8/30/2022
Not sure about the differences between estate planning vs. and making a will? Here's a complete overview.
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Flock named ‘Investment Management Platform of the Year’ by PropTech Breakthrough Awards

8/18/2022
Hear from Flock's Founder & CEO, Ari Rubin, about this award and the team that earned it.
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Can You Defer Capital Gains Taxes Without a 1031 Exchange into a New Property?

8/4/2022
Want to defer capital gains taxes without a traditional 1031 exchange? Here are 3 alternatives that might be better for your unique scenario.
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Real Estate Exchanges: The 1031 Exchange Vs. 721 Exchange: Everything You Need to Know

7/21/2022
Learn about the key differences between 1031 exchanges and 721 exchanges to determine if either is right for your investment goals.
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Ways to Own Rental Property and Pass It on to Your Heirs

7/12/2022
Pass your property on to your heirs while taking advantage of the step-up in basis.
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The Rise of Investing in Real Estate Online

7/12/2022
Investing in real estate digitally is on the rise, and it’s giving investors more options than ever.
REAL ESTATE TRENDS
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Tired of Inflation? Build Wealth With Real Estate

7/12/2022
Learn strategies for short-term passive income and long-term appreciation.
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Geographic Diversification: A Must-Have for Real Estate Investments

7/12/2022
Diversification is all about spreading out your investments to mitigate risk, and it’s even more vital when it comes to real estate investments.
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Announcing Our $26 Million Series A Led By Andreessen Horowitz

7/12/2022
We have a big vision for what we’re building.
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New Long-Term Rental License in Denver — Here’s What to Do About It

7/12/2022
Denver is holding landlords to a higher standard, and that means more regulations.
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Empowering People with the Longest-Lasting Way to Own Homes

7/12/2022
We’re empowering people to join together to lower risk, reduce costs, and eliminate hassles of traditional ownership.
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Selling Vs. Renting Vs. Flock: What to Do With Your Property

7/12/2022
Do you have a rental property but aren’t sure what to do with it? You’re not alone.
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721 Exchange Overview: How to Exit Your Investment Property

7/12/2022
Looking to defer your capital gains or depreciation recapture taxes while growing your real estate investments? Look no further than the 721 exchange.
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What taxes will you pay on the sale of rental property?

7/8/2022
Thinking about selling your rental property but worried about the taxes? There are ways to defer those taxes. Here’s what you need to know.
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