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Paul Whitehurst Bank is declining my HELOC - HELP!
18 January 2025 | 9 replies
I'd estimate your cash flow after you pay the loan payment would be $600-$800, which a lender that understands investment real estate should give you some credit for on your DTI.As for a bank, I have a specific lender at NBI that I would recommend.
Bruce D. Kowal The §1245 Silver Lining: Turning Tax "Pain" into Strategic Gain
6 February 2025 | 3 replies
Let's break it down with precision:The "Pain" (At First Glance):Your $2.8M sale splits out as:Building (§1250): $2.3MPersonal Property (§1245): $500KOriginal Basis Allocation:Building: $1.6M (depreciated over 27.5 years)Personal Property: $400K (fully depreciated)Building Depreciation:Annual: $1.6M ÷ 27.5 = $58,182Total over 10 years: $581,820Gain Breakdown:Building (§1250):Sale Price: $2,300,000Original Basis: $1,600,000Less Depreciation: ($581,820)Adjusted Basis: $1,018,180Total Gain: $1,281,820Unrecaptured §1250: $581,820 (25% max rate)Capital Gain: $700,000 (20% max rate)Personal Property (§1245):Sale Price: $500,000Adjusted Basis: $0Ordinary Income: $500,000The Strategic Play:Remember those suspended passive losses you couldn't use?
Amber Moelter Househacking in high property tax areas, your thoughts?
20 February 2025 | 10 replies
We have $20K for immediate reno, and would continue in our unit over time.Parking: 2+ car garage (ideally 1 spot per unit)Personal taste: We gravitate to historical details (wood floor, built-ins, and curb appeal) and don't like flipped vibe, with LVP and grey paint.
Steve T. House Hack in LA/NYC or Buy Out-of-State First? 🤔🏡
20 February 2025 | 12 replies
Between a 1031 Exchange, HELOCs, and a partnership, I'm up to 15 doors including my personal residence.
Gernide J Antoine Property Managment Company
10 February 2025 | 2 replies
Hi I'm gege new to the site starting the Wholesale investment and need help finding seller, where should I brand myself is there an email pitch or a call pitch I can send to seller, like people in foreclosure, or bankruptcy, or late payment and where will I get the ARV, Repair Value, Offer The price that you need to get it under contract for and  where do I get the contract form and if I get a seller and a buyer how do I get a legal person to handle all the paper work for closing.
Stan Mendoza Looking to learn about purchasing 1st property
12 February 2025 | 8 replies
Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.
Dustin Wilkes Lender - Looking to network, learn and grow
6 February 2025 | 4 replies
I've personally sold a number of properties to VA buyers.
Jose Leal Funding as a new builder?
19 February 2025 | 6 replies
-Explore builder-financing programs, private lenders, or hard money lenders who may focus more on the deal itself rather than personal experience.If you can demonstrate successful project management and a solid business plan, funding will become easier over time.
James Martin AI Phone Technology
14 February 2025 | 19 replies
Not sure if personal info is allowed here but look up nerdtech on youtube for some details on how it works.
Andres Canas 18 year old ready to learn
27 January 2025 | 2 replies
You need to build your credit.