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24 December 2024 | 3 replies
While traditional loans might be tough with current interest rates and no W2s, there are definitely creative financing options and strategies to consider.One possibility is exploring seller financing.
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29 December 2024 | 12 replies
primary or investment?
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24 December 2024 | 6 replies
HI, Is opening a LOC on my primary a good option to fund flips or is there a better solution to get the funding?
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30 December 2024 | 7 replies
It will be a byproduct of investing, not the primary purpose.
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12 January 2025 | 23 replies
Keep your day job.Fortunately, this is my 2nd business and my primary business is small construction company.
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30 January 2025 | 45 replies
Hi @Scott Trench as a Bigger Pockets Pro member for about eight years, I would love it if you brought back the traditional Bigger Pockets Pro member signature line with website please.
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2 January 2025 | 18 replies
Primary houses will go back to the yesteryears.
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23 December 2024 | 13 replies
Quote from @Henry Clark: Quote from @Jake Andronico: Quote from @Arn Cenedella: @Jake AndronicoI’ve looked into them but have never executed one.Let me say they will be expensive and complicated.I think what you will find if one is trying to defer $50,000 to $100,000 in gain, it’s not going to be worth the time and trouble.On the other hand, if client is trying to defer gain of $500,000 to $1,000,000, it’s worth the time and trouble.I use First American Exchange for my own account a dozen times and they have been right on the money.Google them and reach out.ArnIt's definitely more expensive than a traditional 1031 exchange, but being able to secure properties upfront can be super convenient.
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30 December 2024 | 7 replies
Qualified renters can opt to pay a non-refundable monthly fee instead of a traditional deposit.
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27 December 2024 | 7 replies
Make sure you have filed for Homestead exemption at the very least (this can only be done if you the home is your primary residence, not an investment home).