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7 September 2024 | 12 replies
Additionally, with a 7% interest rate, I'm paying a significant amount in interest.On the other hand, if I save up for a down payment on a rental property, once I have enough to purchase the right property, it shouldn't require any additional money from me, and I'll be building equity without needing to contribute more.Does anyone have experience with this?
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5 September 2024 | 3 replies
I’m eager to learn and contribute to the community.Looking forward to connecting with you all and sharing our journeys!
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6 September 2024 | 11 replies
Basic services like garbage collection don’t qualify.Material participation: Owners must pass one of the seven material participation tests, such as:You spend more than 500 hours working in your short-term rental business.You carry out all the necessary tasks to run the business yourself.You work more than 100 hours in the business, and no one else contributes more time than you do (this is often considered the best and easiest test to meet).
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10 September 2024 | 43 replies
But we’re hit particularly hard here.”Thecity’s own policies contributed to the current financial crisis inthe affordable housing system.
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7 September 2024 | 85 replies
While the self-directed IRA is a great structure for investing into real estate and other alternative assets, the Solo 401k is widely considered to be even better.Compared to an IRA, Solo 401k contribution limits are roughly ten times higher and there is no custodial requirement for the 401k.
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4 September 2024 | 0 replies
Seek investors who share your values and can contribute to your long-term success.One useful trick is presenting the offering rather than directly asking them to invest.
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3 September 2024 | 3 replies
In which the builder contributes 2% in seller concessions that are used to buy the rate down by 2% for the first year, 1% for the second year, and then for for years 3-30 the loan has the actual locked-in rate.
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4 September 2024 | 1 reply
Sellers who purchased homes during the market peak may find themselves in difficult positions, as they could potentially have to sell at a loss or contribute additional funds to close a deal.4.
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8 September 2024 | 101 replies
So, I don't mind paying more for better class properties and working to reduce debt and increase cash flow over time that ultimately will contribute to, but not be my entire retirement income.
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4 September 2024 | 7 replies
Just an observation that the lack of an overhang with the tile may have contributed to the water damage.