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16 January 2025 | 20 replies
I have been interested in real estate investing for a long time, but never really had the community, capital, or understanding of how.
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18 January 2025 | 1 reply
Is it better to sell, pay off mortgage and capital gains and take the cash to invest in another property or is it better to refi/ETO and take the cash to invest in another property?
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21 January 2025 | 3 replies
To maximize its appeal, highlight rental performance, market it on investor-focused platforms, and consider selling before the academic year to attract buyers ready to capitalize on rental income.Good luck!
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5 February 2025 | 56 replies
The amount of capital required from your savings to purchase multiple properties depends on the appreciation rates.
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6 January 2025 | 9 replies
Repairing to sell might recoup some costs, but given the market and your limited funds, selling “as-is” is likely the best option to minimize further losses.
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9 January 2025 | 32 replies
This benefit allows the owner’s estate or heirs to receive the property at a new, higher basis—reducing capital gains taxes if they choose to sell the property after inheriting it.In short, partial disposition allows tax deductions for retired property components during ownership, while the death step-up basis resets the property’s depreciated value, providing tax relief for heirs.
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24 January 2025 | 16 replies
Is an IRA subject to capital gains tax?
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22 January 2025 | 0 replies
With its strategic location, the Iron District is attracting attention from savvy investors looking to capitalize on Charlotte’s growth.
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26 January 2025 | 3 replies
In the meantime, most of my capital is tied up and I am looking to be Super creative and I have absolutely the time and energy to cold call until i find someone that is game...even if i got to get a property in Alaska.
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16 January 2025 | 2 replies
Here’s the context:The house appears vacant, with a large tree that has fallen on the property.From what I can see, the house seems full of furniture and might even be a hoarder home.I’ve skip-traced the property and found that the owner has unfortunately passed away.The house seems to be mortgage-free, and I’ve identified three phone numbers associated with the son, who I believe is the heir.I’d like to reach out to the son to express my interest in purchasing the property, but I want to ensure I do so respectfully while also gathering the right information.Here are my questions:What’s the best way to approach the heir while showing my condolences for their loss?