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Don Konipol Can Seller Financing Benefit the SELLER?
15 September 2024 | 11 replies
If I were to purchase a SFR from a consumer I would INSIST that they employ an attorney. 
Gurusubramaniam Sundararaman How do you get loan for property purchase - With out being employed.
9 September 2024 | 15 replies
Recently came across a few good within my budget properties and do not want to lose the opportunity to invest and wondering how to go about the loans since I am not employed anymore and the lenders that I was working with for previous properties always ask me for employment verification and 90 days' pay slip.
Michael Plaks EXPLAINED: Tax strategy or an abusive position?
15 September 2024 | 2 replies
Family situation changes, location changes, employment status changes, businesses open and close - nothing is permanent.
Samantha Hogue Late start Okie eager to learn, connect and start investing!
12 September 2024 | 6 replies
My plan is to use the LLC to acquire properties and to be the employer for the property manager when I actually acquire some walls and a roof besides my own personal home.
Ray Slack Question about Lien on Upset tax sale Purchase
14 September 2024 | 11 replies
If there are excess funds after paying the local/school real estate tax bill, the remainder can go to:Current real estate taxesCurrent Muncipal liens for water/sewer or any other bill initiated by the municipalityState Liens, usually for outstanding state taxes, sometimes employee/employer taxesPA State Inheritance Tax which applies to all deceased owners and starts at dollar one with no exemptions, unlike the Federal Estate Tax. 
Account Closed What part of rental income do lenders consider?
14 September 2024 | 10 replies
If its positive it adds to your job/self employment income as a total income figure to determine your DTI or debt to income. 
Tina L King Look for Strategies
13 September 2024 | 9 replies
Being self employed then too, I would not qualify so I never started that way (and I was very young (like 23).
Tim Melin Thoughts on DSCR Loans
15 September 2024 | 38 replies
Simple answer as to pros/cons:Pros: easier to get approved than conventional without your personal income/employment/taxes/assets/DTI being evaluated, i.e. lighter paperwork and more flexibility, usually faster too.
Jane Dang New fence replacement on rental property is deductible or depreciation
11 September 2024 | 18 replies
This is the IRS "intro":https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employe...and this is their 256-page guide to train their auditors:https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p5712.pdfSo yes, you will come across different opinions from different tax professionals.
Jenni Utz How DSCR Loans Can You Invest in Real Estate
10 September 2024 | 0 replies
As long as the property generates enough cash flow to service the debt, you qualify—without the need for personal income verification.This type of loan is ideal for those serious about growing their real estate portfolio, especially if you’re self-employed or have irregular income streams.Why DSCR Loans Matter for Real Estate InvestorsWhen it comes to real estate investing, traditional loans can often be restrictive, requiring personal income verification and imposing limits on the amount you can borrow.