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22 January 2025 | 10 replies
Tax benefits should be considered but not be the sole factor.The 'main benefit' from a tax perspective should be to generate a high return from your real estate investments and not to pay taxes on the return that you get.If you are able to reduce your taxable income, that should be icing on the cake.
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13 January 2025 | 12 replies
because we have a strong demand for them and great str laws.The Triangle is visited year-round by travelling professionals in the research, medical, IT, and education space.
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11 February 2025 | 16 replies
Increase earnings, reduce expenses, save up, and invest.
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7 January 2025 | 16 replies
Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: We have 3 2/1 condos in our portfolio that attract traveling professionals (medical or otherwise) and a triplex that we essentially BRRR'd down to the studs.
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3 February 2025 | 25 replies
The penalty can be reduced, but there's a fee (or you take a higher interest rate).
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17 January 2025 | 14 replies
Not only low-flow, the flushing mechanism reduces the likelihood of clogs.
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8 February 2025 | 17 replies
Points, often referred to as discount points, are upfront fees paid directly to the lender at closing in exchange for a reduced interest rate on your mortgage.In a hard money loan, closing costs typically range from 2% to 5% of the loan amount, similar to traditional loans.
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22 January 2025 | 22 replies
So while moving back into it for 2 years does bring the 121 exclusion back into play, that exclusion is reduced based on the percentage of Non Qualified usage over the holding period.
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24 January 2025 | 21 replies
A strong team can streamline processes and reduce headaches.Expand Knowledge: Podcasts and forums like BiggerPockets are great tools.
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25 January 2025 | 12 replies
Without these connections, you’re likely to spend more time and money finding reliable help.Enforcing Lease TermsProactively managing tenants and enforcing lease terms reduces the risk of evictions and other issues.