Vincent Crane
Texas - No income tax, but higher property tax. Worth it?
19 January 2016 | 20 replies
The Austin area (made up of 5 counties) passed the 2 million population mark back in July and projections have it at 3.2 million in less than 15 years from now.
Christian Brodin
How to turn a great property into a disaster property
28 November 2015 | 17 replies
The deadlines passed and no work was being done (literally!).
Lamont A.
Investor in Sumerville S.C.
20 November 2015 | 1 reply
I have basically been doing some investing (buy and holds) as a pass time, but I'm looking to grow and turn this thing into a full blown business.
Craig Erickson
Finding a Real Estate School
22 November 2015 | 6 replies
@Craig @Craig EricksonundefinedAll state real estate commissions require licensee applicants to take and pass a course that is accredited by the commission.
Kevin Kendall
Scedule E, Scedule C or 1065 partnership
22 November 2015 | 6 replies
It passes through to page 2 of Schedule E.I am all for LLCs however, some people benefit more from a GOOD umbrella policy and landlord policy.
Irina Balueva
Looking for a broker
3 December 2015 | 5 replies
Hello biggerpockets, I recently passed my state exam to become a licensed salesperson and I want to fully immerse myself in the world of Real Estate.I would love to work with a broker who can possibly act as a mentor and guide me through my first couple of months as an agent.
Leah Bonner
Is this a worthy deal?
23 February 2016 | 13 replies
Yes I understand you are going to pass it off to another investor.
Larry N.
Email and Text Marketing Campaign for Lease Option and Terms
15 December 2021 | 7 replies
Hi,I've noticed that most FSBOs are not receptive in doing a lease option or terms type deal.Some say don't use words like "lease option, lease purchase or rent to own" with sellers because a lot of sellers really don't understand and it may confuse them.I've been unable to find sellers that will entertain doing a lease option or terms type deals.I've heard that some use expired listings as a lead source but I've been unable to get a Realtor to provide any expired listings so I tried to contact the FSBOs directly on-line.Not finding any sellers that will do creative deals like lease options or terms.
Jarred Sleeth
5 unit commercial strip, is this a deal?
24 November 2015 | 30 replies
@Jarred SleethJust repeating some wisdom passed along with me to an individual I met with for breakfast a week or so ago.
Josiah Mosley
Should I invest in turnkey properties
27 November 2015 | 17 replies
Home inspection to check plumbing and electrical.. if those are al 30 to 50 years old or more I pass on those or ask that they be updated.you never know when you could walk into a an owner occ home.. that has been lived in for 30 years with a very contentious owner and the house is better than new.