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3 February 2025 | 79 replies
Phase I is: GROWTH.
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15 January 2025 | 3 replies
Quote from @Dean Sexton: There are benefits to both options.
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16 January 2025 | 4 replies
And the real benefit of real estate that makes it worth the hassle is appreciation.
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23 January 2025 | 45 replies
With real estate investing, you have the tax benefit and depreciation along with what is hopefully an apreciating asset.
8 January 2025 | 10 replies
I also do not take any money from my rentals as I’m in the growth phase with a W2 and low personal expenses.
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9 January 2025 | 18 replies
There are some benefits to having an LLC on reduced liability, but there are more expenses.
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23 January 2025 | 5 replies
It will familiarize you with the basic terminology and benefits.
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16 January 2025 | 5 replies
It will familiarize you with the basic terminology and benefits.
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7 February 2025 | 5 replies
And that is the reason why a LIRP can provide much more retirement income.You don't pay interest on the loans and the death benefit pays off the loans when you die.
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7 February 2025 | 23 replies
Banks can refinance a rental property under an LLC, but it sounds like you would really benefit from investor-specific consulting and lending.