This duplex was built in 1994, relatively new for this block.

I just joined BiggerPockets and am excited about both the opportunity to meet individuals with real estate investing backgrounds.

There's a neighborhood in my area that just got the ok for a new (and quite large) park where there was a rundown block of old buildings, a parking lot, etc.

Does the loan need to go to an LLC or can it go to an individual as sole propriator.

This is probably one of those things I should just go ahead and ask my CPA, but I thought I would see what the experts here thought first.I was wondering if a cash out refi or massive home equity line could be used to shield an individual from capital gains tax upon sale.

I'm currently in the process of trying to find individuals whom I can borrow money from and/or partner up with to build up a rental portfolio.

During a conversation with a broker, if you know all the terms and lingo, it will be apparent to the broker that you have been around the block and they are less likely to start asking you to prove yourself.

Looking for a partner or may be in the beginning to become an assistant to a busy RE agent who is looking for help and for a motivated and very much success driven individual.

This week I purchase a 3bd block home for 28k (from a bank) and sold it for 34k.

There are companies and individuals who perform this service.