Joe Au
Use HELOC to paydown mortgage fast
11 January 2025 | 420 replies
So you're making your standard monthly mortgage payment, while simultaneously making occasional lump sum prepayments via the HELOC.
Jason Bales
Understanding Housing Vouchers
2 January 2025 | 2 replies
They still all use standard HUD forms though l imagine.I'm curious is it federal,state or county legislation that creates changes between HAs?
Christian Hwang
Advice for a New Out of State Flipper
1 January 2025 | 22 replies
You want a hustler, not a top performer, if you want check-ins.I appreciate the candor and would definitely agree that my framework is all in theory until I can get a proof of concept for these out of state deals.I like your idea of pushing my boundaries in CA.
Anirudh Reddy
Who can claim interest paid on a seller finance property?
4 February 2025 | 17 replies
Short answer: not legally, but they can get away with it.Long answer starts with a fundamental concept of our tax laws.
Gamal Harding
Navigating the Surge in Rental Application Fraud: A Guide for Landlords and PM's
6 January 2025 | 4 replies
For instance, mismatched names, employment details, or salary figures should warrant further scrutiny.Urgency to Move In: Applicants who are unusually pushy about quick move-in dates may be attempting to bypass thorough checks.Reluctance to Provide References: Hesitation or refusal to provide contactable references from previous landlords or employers is a cause for concern.Cash Offers for Faster Move-In: Proposals to pay a significant amount up front, especially in cash, to expedite the moving process can sometimes indicate an attempt to avoid scrutiny.Unverifiable Identity: Difficulty in verifying the applicant’s identity through standard identification documents can indicate potential fraud.Tips to Mitigate Rental Application Fraud:Enhance Verification Processes: Implement stringent verification processes for employment, previous rental history, and identity.
Anthony Miller
Aspiring Residential Investor
7 January 2025 | 11 replies
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?
Jackie Liu
Unresponsive Property Manager
11 January 2025 | 15 replies
They could also call the local board of realtors and talk to the grievance or professional standards dept to file a complaint.
Lilia Matlov
Investment needs to focus on the quality and potential of real estate
27 December 2024 | 8 replies
If I had grasped this concept five years ago, my achievements today would be even greater.
Katie Miller
If you use a CPA or Tax Professional, how did you find him or her?
31 January 2025 | 121 replies
The sponsor is likely suggesting that your monthly cash-flow will be shielded by depreciation and you will likely see your 'tax hit' when the syndication disolves which in industry standards is likely 5 to 7 years.
Ryan Daulton
Benefits of self-directed IRAs
14 January 2025 | 18 replies
Another key benefit is diversification; an SDIRA allows you to include real estate in your portfolio, reducing risk by spreading your investments across different asset types, which isn’t possible with a standard IRA.Moreover, assets in an SDIRA often enjoy protection from creditors, adding a layer of security to your investments.