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Roger Mace Beware of Fraud and Scams in the Lending Industry: A Guide to Protecting Yourself
8 February 2025 | 3 replies
Private money brokers can add value by thoroughly vetting lending opportunities and prioritizing client success over commissions.Stay Vigilant:Protect yourself and your clients by remaining vigilant and conducting comprehensive due diligence in all lending activities.
Marcos De la Cruz Anyone have experience with Section 8?
12 February 2025 | 5 replies
Some general pros v cons - I'm sure other people will provide other insights as wellPros: -Above market rents- Monthly rent payment on time that you don't have to worry about or chase anyone down for (if full pay)- No shortage of tenants depending on your standards - Tenants are incentivized to not trash/destroy the unit, otherwise they'll lose their voucher (Yearly inspections made by local S8 inspectors to keep everyone honest- Rental payouts are normally adjusted 1-2 times a year to keep up with market rentsCons:- May take a little while to get onboarded - dealing with local govt can always take longer than expected   - Generally won't have a super high credit score (to be expected given it's the govt paying for rent)- Each unit will need to be inspected and meet a certain living standard in order to be approved for fundingYou'll want to make sure you work with a property manager who has extensive experience in working with S8. 
Joshua Telles Tenant Screening Process
12 February 2025 | 2 replies
I do this by doing open house showings.
Matthew Mclean First time Rental homeowner doing taxes
8 February 2025 | 8 replies
@Matthew McleanBigger Pockets is a great place to find an accountant specializing in real estate taxation.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant specializing in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.Consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for an accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.
Nicholas A. Realtor Selection Question
11 February 2025 | 5 replies
Personally, I'm waiting for the lawsuit by a seller against his own broker for refusing to vet a potential buyer and then show to a qualified buyer.
Lillian Pintaro Investing in the Birmingham Area?
10 February 2025 | 1 reply
Or does it vary by area
Felicia Nitu Maximizing Investment Opportunities with SB-9 in Los Angeles
9 February 2025 | 8 replies
By having additional parcels, investors can generate more equity and value compared to simply adding an ADU.
Sumarde Kristoff what do i learn to build a strong foundation of knowledge flipping houses.
7 February 2025 | 2 replies
You can learn so much and get paid while doing it by working with someone who is doing what you want to do. 2.
David Martoyan Saving the day with creative deals in any market
24 December 2024 | 6 replies
It isn't easy to make things pencil, and I don't see it getting much better over the next 12 months.I have changed my rental strategy to Co-Living (rent by the room).
Jason Koford Long Term Rental In Memphis
25 December 2024 | 2 replies
They were turn key and ready for tenants.