{"id":22196,"date":"2022-03-31T21:13:59","date_gmt":"2022-03-31T21:13:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unitedexecutivesgroup.com\/realty\/?page_id=22196"},"modified":"2022-03-31T21:24:26","modified_gmt":"2022-03-31T21:24:26","slug":"gift-of-equity-purchase","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.unitedexecutivesgroup.com\/realty\/loan-programs\/gift-of-equity-purchase\/","title":{"rendered":"Gift of Equity Purchase"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Gift Of Equity: How It Works<\/h2>\n \n <\/div>\n \t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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When homeowners sell the family home to a loved one, they may wish to do so at a discounted rate. When this happens, the difference between the home\u2019s market value and its sale price acts as a\u00a0gift of equity<\/a>\u00a0from the seller to the buyer. A gift of equity is beneficial to the buyer, but there are certain requirements and potential tax implications that both parties should be aware of.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

What Is A Gift Of Equity?<\/h2>

A gift of equity occurs when someone sells property to a family member or close associate for a lower price than the current market value. The difference between the two prices represents the gift of equity.<\/p>

The gift of equity generally serves as the homebuyer\u2019s\u00a0down payment. It makes it easier for them to get a mortgage by creating equity in the home.<\/p>

A gift of equity is often used when a home sale occurs between family members. For example, parents might use a gift of equity when selling the family home to their child.<\/p>

How Does A Gift Of Equity Work?<\/h2>

When parties plan to use a\u00a0financial gift\u00a0of equity, the homeowner sells the residence to the buyer at a rate below its market value. No money changes hands between the two parties. Instead, the gift creates equity in the home for the buyer. Then, when it comes time to get a\u00a0mortgage, that equity serves as the buyer\u2019s down payment rather than having to put down cash.<\/p>

Suppose a retired couple was moving to a smaller home and decided to sell their family home to their son and his new wife. The home\u2019s value is $200,000, but the parents wish to cover the 20% down payment for their son. Rather than writing their son a check for $40,000, they would simply sell the home to their son for $40,000 less than its market value.<\/p>

The $40,000 difference is the gift of equity and serves as the son\u2019s 20% down payment. The son is likely to have an easier time getting a mortgage since he\u2019ll have 20% equity in the home. He\u2019ll also avoid paying private mortgage insurance, which is often required for down payments less than 20%.<\/p>

Gift Of Equity Requirements<\/h2>

There are a couple of specific requirements that the parties must meet to complete a gift of equity. Sellers should keep these in mind if they\u2019re considering using this strategy to sell a home to a loved one.<\/p>

Equity Letter<\/h3>

A\u00a0gift\u00a0letter\u00a0is a document that summarizes all of the information about the gift, including the appraisal price and the sale price. Both the buyer and seller must sign the letter. A second letter will accompany other official documents at the home\u2019s\u00a0closing.<\/p>

An Official Appraisal<\/h3>

To complete a gift of equity, the home\u2019s seller must have an official appraisal done. Using the appraisal, the parties can determine the sale price and the gift of equity. The lender requires this appraisal, and the appraisal value will be included in the gift letter.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Pros Of A Gift Of Equity<\/h3>\n
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  • Avoid paying real estate agent commissions:<\/strong> Because a gift of equity often happens between two family members, these home sales often don\u2019t require a real estate agent or an agent\u2019s commission. This benefits the seller, who typically pays commission for both agents.<\/li>\n
  • Lower or no down payment for recipient:<\/strong> Because the gift of equity serves as the down payment, the buyer often doesn\u2019t have to put down any additional money.<\/li>\n
  • Faster home sale:<\/strong> A gift of equity can help to expedite a home sale. First, the buyer doesn\u2019t need time to save a down payment and may have an easier time qualifying for a mortgage. And because the sale occurs between family members, the process can go more smoothly.<\/li>\n
  • Potentially avoid paying <\/strong>private mortgage insurance<\/strong>: <\/strong>Buyers typically must pay private mortgage insurance (PMI) when they purchase a home with less than 20% down. Because the gift of equity often serves as the down payment, it can negate the need for PMI.<\/li>\n
  • Keeping a home within the family:<\/strong> For many people, their family home is an important memento. A gift of equity can help to keep a home within the family even when the buyer may not be able to save enough for a down payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Cons Of A Gift Of Equity<\/h3>\n
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    • Legal fees for both parties:<\/strong> A gift of equity requires a contract between the two parties. As a result, one or both parties may have fees to an attorney to draft the contract.<\/li>\n
    • Potential trigger of the gift tax:<\/strong> The IRS requires that people file a gift tax return when they transfer more than $15,000 in gifts to another individual. If the gift equity equals more than $15,000, then a seller would have to file this return.<\/li>\n
    • Negative effect on home\u2019s cost basis:<\/strong> When you sell a home for more than you bought it for, you may be subject to capital gains taxes on the profit. Because a gift of equity reduces the sale price of a home (aka the cost basis), it increases the chances that the buyer will end up paying those capital gains taxes.<\/li>\n
    • Negative effect on local real estate market:<\/strong> A gift of equity reduces the sale price of a home. Doing so could impact the neighborhood\u2019s real estate market because there\u2019s a record of a property being sold below market value.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n

      A gift of equity is a strategy that people can use to sell a family home to a relative for less than its market value. The lower sale price serves as the buyer\u2019s down payment, making it easier for them to buy the home.<\/p>\n

      Be sure to research the different types of financial gifts and their limitations. If a gift of equity isn\u2019t an option for you but, you\u2019re struggling to save up for a home, look into other available means of getting down payment assistance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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