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Billy Knox Why use a Real Estate Agent?
20 September 2024 | 73 replies
Can you have that knowledge without the state or government or TRELA or NAR stamping you with their approval? 
Sasha Agwah Seeking Advice on Securing Funding for First Multifamily Investment
13 September 2024 | 4 replies
I just graduated and am currently working as an intern at a government agency (for up to one year).
Sam Faas How to structure a seller financed deal?
14 September 2024 | 20 replies
The mortgage is secured—or collateralized—by the house, the buyer’s name goes on the title and the mortgage is recorded with the local government.2.
Atchut Neelam Real Estate Investors Can Use Building Permit List
12 September 2024 | 2 replies
Building permit lists are public records that document permits issued by local government authorities for construction, renovation, or demolition projects.
Noah Bacon Harris and Trump's Housing Plans from Last Night's Debate
13 September 2024 | 61 replies
Entire governments nearly fell from covid.
Poonam Barad Anyone done mentorship bootcamp offered by Richard Garcia? Any reviews/feedback?
16 September 2024 | 35 replies
The down side to Latin America is that the government can change at any time leading to civil unrest.
Nakul Patel Looking to buy investment property
13 September 2024 | 16 replies
When it comes to renting to Section 8 (S8) tenants, there are definitely pros and cons to consider:Pros of S8 Tenants:Guaranteed Rent: The government will pay a portion (sometimes all) of the rent, so you'll have consistent cash flow.High Demand: There's often a waiting list for S8 housing, meaning less vacancy time.Cons:Property Inspections: Your property will need to pass regular inspections, and repairs/maintenance must meet specific standards.Tenant Screening: Just like with non-S8 tenants, tenant quality can vary, so thorough screening is still essential.As for the down payment, yes, most lenders will require 15-25% down for investment properties.
Michael Plaks EXPLAINED: Tax strategy or an abusive position?
15 September 2024 | 2 replies
Except the government bureaucracy and people's stubbornness, of course.We always report taxes for one specific year, and it changes from year to year.
Ray Slack Question about Lien on Upset tax sale Purchase
14 September 2024 | 11 replies
(Approximately 13 states have either state Inheritance Tax or state Estate Tax, so that would possibly apply in other states besides PA.)Welfare LiensNursing home liensMechanics LiensMortgages in order of recording date, first mortgages before second or third mortgagesJudgements (once boought a property where there was alien because the owner got in a bar fight and was sucessfully sued for medical bills esulting in a judgemen.)Federal Tax Liens (Special rrules apply to IRS liens)The precedence of pay off is determined by state law, government first, then the rest by date recorded.Then is anything else is left over it goes to the former owner.On one of our purchases there was a big Nursing Home lien that the Tax Claim Bureau was not aware of. 
Saleh Riazi My Experience Investing in Columbus OH.
15 September 2024 | 31 replies
If you were evicting due to non-payment then the tenant would be advised to apply for impact and then the government would pay for any past rent, late fees, and three months ahead.