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Cosmo DePinto Has anyone used Anderson Advisors?
27 January 2025 | 10 replies
The forms are online, and it costs $100 per filing. 
Shelly Moses Happy Tuesday, Bigger Pockets Community!!
17 January 2025 | 3 replies
Specifically, I’d appreciate:•Wholesale contracts: Recommendations for templates or tips on using contracts effectively with sellers and buyers.
Rob Tara 40+ unit deal. Need help w/ financial analysis
28 January 2025 | 6 replies
.- Expected renovation costs $1MM.
Jade Frank Is AZ or NC better to invest in?
14 February 2025 | 11 replies
I have had investors pull equity from their homes in the phoenix area to buy cash flowing properties in Fayetteville and similar areas, because the price growth in the phoenix area generates amazing returns.It depends on if you want cashflow now or delayed gratification later.Keep in mind that when you do sell, there are costs to selling and depreciation recapture  and IRS taxes, which eat up most of your "equity" growth. 
Christopher Morris Is Relying on Cash Flow Feasible?
21 January 2025 | 59 replies
I’m about to be 29 and I’m hoping this really takes effect in my life in my 40’s.
Stan Mendoza Looking to learn about purchasing 1st property
12 February 2025 | 8 replies
Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.
Ron Todd Advice for motel converted to long term rental?
17 February 2025 | 11 replies
I usually use the FMRs for the area as a minimum rent, but if you can attract non-S8 tenants, that works too.Can you share any numbers on the opportunity: purchase price/door, any rehab costs, ARV? 
Stepan Hedz Unraveling the Potential of Phoenix's Distressed Property Market
27 January 2025 | 3 replies
Here are a few to watch out for:Property Condition: Most distressed properties need extensive repairs or renovations, which add to your initial investment.Competitive Market: With Phoenix's popularity among investors, competition for the best deals can be intense.Complex Deals: Foreclosures, auctions, or short sales are much more complicated compared to regular real estate transactions and usually require specialized knowledge.Tips to Successfully Navigate the MarketDo Your Research: Understand the local market conditions, including neighborhood trends, property values, and potential rental income.Build a Strong Network: Work with professionals who specialize in distressed properties-such as brokers, contractors, and legal experts-to make the best decisions.Assess Costs Carefully: Factor in the cost of repairs, holding costs, and any potential financing issues when evaluating a property’s profitability.Be Patient: Finding the right distressed property takes time.
Melanie Baldridge Being RE PRO is worth it.
31 January 2025 | 0 replies
Imagine making millions of dollars over the course of your career and then having to pay 30-50% every year to uncle sam instead of compounding that cash over time.This is exactly what real estate professionals have learned to mitigate.To reduce their taxable income, they just buy a building every year, do a cost seg, and use depreciation to reduce their tax liability dramatically.Their personal wealth snowball grows much larger and much faster than their W2 counterparts who give most of their money back to the government each year.Following this strategy as a real estate professional is one of best ways to end up with a much larger net worth at the end of your career.
Ken M. Are Rents Softening
29 January 2025 | 5 replies
But, these broad market studies are so large, they are almost meaningless, in the real world.Between glut of new supply in many "hot" markets coming online, a continually softening economic outlook, inflation over last couple years making day to day items feel cost prohibitive, many average renters are strapped and seeking lower cost housing.