William Taylor
[Calc Review] Help me analyze this duplex in Michigan - are these numbers correct?
12 January 2025 | 12 replies
I figured lowest money out of pocket was the best way to go, and in this case FHA would provide the lowest downpayment.
Randee Erickson
Blue Gate Capital - are they legitimate?
17 January 2025 | 37 replies
Stay away.But the loan officer, he was amazing.Dear Bigger Pockets Readers- We fund over 100++ Deals Monthly, we are NMLS Members and MERS Members !
Kaleb Johnson
Best Area For Starting Out
29 January 2025 | 39 replies
Again, these are made-up examples but when I started, I was looking at one property in Chicago vs THREE in Indiana and the property taxes overall were about 1/4 the cost of Chicago and evictions of 3wks vs 6 months or more in Chicago.
Marcus Stokes
fix and Flip
18 January 2025 | 21 replies
When evaluating potential properties, consider three exit strategies: if you can sell quickly for a profit, hold it as a rental, or take a loss.
Chris Shon
Do I need a Real Estate Tax Accountant?
28 January 2025 | 20 replies
Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.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 who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.
Christian Bukle
Bigger Pockets Introduction Post!!!
3 January 2025 | 3 replies
Good Afternoon Everyone,My name is Christian Bukle, and I’m excited to introduce myself to you all. My journey has been anything but conventional, but it has shaped me into who I am today. After high school, I pursue...
Daniel Baker
Questions to ask.
29 January 2025 | 1 reply
I have a w-2 income and own three properties, all long term rentals, that I've had for a few years.
Martti Eckert
Long Distance BRRRR in Ohio
17 January 2025 | 22 replies
Quote from @Martti Eckert: Hi Bigger Pockets community -I am interested in pursuing the BRRRR strategy in one of several Ohio markets this year.
Craig Jones
STR hotel makeover
22 January 2025 | 15 replies
Three Insurance (another Berkshire company) would also have written a policy if we had three years of hospitality experience.
Cameron K.
Seeking Feedback: Market Rent Research Platform
27 January 2025 | 1 reply
•For example, a listing with three price drops and 180 days on the market would be weighted less than one with 30 contacts, no price drops, and a quick removal after 30 days.3.Open Data:•Provide direct access to each comp’s details: price history, leasing schedules, photos, and even links to the original listing sites—all without leaving the platform.These three issues have been my biggest frustrations with current tools, and I’m building this out for internal use in my market.My questions to you:•Is this something you would want to see in your market?