Rene Hosman
WTF is a land swap?
16 January 2025 | 13 replies
Battery Park City Exchange (New York City): The city of New York engaged in a land swap with the Battery Park City Authority, allowing for the creation of a new public school and affordable housing units in exchange for a parcel of land that was then developed into a high-value commercial property. 5.
Pierre Garcia
New to the real-estate game. Taking my first steps through bigger pockets platform.
6 January 2025 | 1 reply
, the more likely people will respond with valuable insights.Network actively: Join local investor meetups, online forums (like BiggerPockets), and social media groups focused on real estate to start engaging in conversations.Be open to learning: Real estate investing is a dynamic field, and the more you learn, the more you'll realize there’s to know!
Tyler Speelman
Exploring Creative Solutions for Down Payment and Tax Avoidance
12 January 2025 | 13 replies
The rules are designed to prevent related parties from engaging in exchanges that shift high basis property for low basis property, followed by a sale of the low basis property, effectively "cashing out" without recognizing gain.If you sell a property to a related party as part of a 1031 exchange, both you and the related party must hold the exchanged properties for at least two years following the exchange.
Jaron Jackson
How to get rent payment from previous owner?
10 January 2025 | 8 replies
And agents are legally prohibited to engage after closing - at least per Wisconsin State law.
Randee Erickson
Blue Gate Capital - are they legitimate?
17 January 2025 | 37 replies
These files were standardized forms that many other lenders in the past have given me up front or not long after the initial engagement.
Kenneth T.
Had anyone heard of Cogo Capital?
27 January 2025 | 29 replies
However, before I engage with this company I wanted to ask the BP community if anyone had dealt with them or has any feedback on them.
Paul Novak
Small & Mighty Real Estate Investing
21 January 2025 | 14 replies
My advice on sub to is as follows1- COMPLETELY understand the process, implications, liabilities, and possible outcomes before engaging or attempting to engage in a sub to transaction2- Complete disclosure going so far as making sure the other part understands the transaction and possible consequences3- Utilization of an attorney experienced in subject to transactions for setup in such a way that provides some protections in case of default or in case the note is called4- Have a backup plan in case the note is called5 - only use for property that has a TRUE positive cash flow unless the buyer has substantial reserves I myself have purchased 8 properties subject to, but 5 of those were commercial properties which often have notes where a subject to is allowable.
Breeya Johnson
Growth Markets in 2025 - Where are you investing?
7 January 2025 | 22 replies
These companies invest for long term growth.Here's why exploring these options could be a win:Less competition: Fewer investors might mean you snag a better deal.High growth potential: Up-and-coming areas can offer excellent appreciation alongside decent cash flow.Unique opportunities: Discover niche markets with specific tenant needs, like student rentals or corporate relocation hotspots.
Richard Bautista
Too good to be true to have connected with a real estate agent who has a whole team?
8 January 2025 | 29 replies
I met this real estate agent on facebook, seems very active within the real estate community in that particular area based on the posts she's engaged with.
Tar-U-Way Bright
How could I use my LLC
24 December 2024 | 14 replies
I recommend that you engage with a real estate accountant to ensure you set everything up properly.