
19 August 2010 | 61 replies
I am a finance major now and have never balanced a checkbook in my life, and never will - I can go online and instantly see my balance.Point being, my school made a minimal effort, but at least they tried - I guess.Also the recent "financial crisis" is only adding to the negative connotation surrounding, well educated, financially literate, high net worth individuals.

1 March 2010 | 7 replies
You should be some what covered as far time goes.And you have over a year to come up with a exit strategy Just the security deposit alone from the renters should help minimize your over all risk of loss for the 1st year.the rest of the loss just claim on your taxes.i believe thats how it works. consult some of the pro on hereAlso if you want to network I have a investment plan you might like.

11 July 2010 | 29 replies
I recently closed on a package of 19 SFD's that have a ton of built in equity and a lot of upside on rents with minimal reinvestment back into to the homes.Your biggest mistake?

7 February 2010 | 5 replies
Home value 120k,Buyers offer 85k FIRMDilemma: Buyer does not have the needed down payment to secure financing for this cash flowing monster; Seller wants to liquidate with minimal tax.Solution: Seller agrees to donate, say, 15k, to the non-profit- Contingent on being able to sell above 100k.Buyer agrees to purchase for 100k, contingent on the non-profit being able to charitably gift the 10K needed needed to obtain conventional financing.That said, the seller has just gained a 15k tax deduction, and has 85k to 1031 into a "like kind" property.The buyer has gotten control of the property with a conventional 90k mortgage.The non-profit walks with 5k in the pocket to help the lives of many, and pay operating costs etc..It's your everyday WIN-WIN-WIN situation..

8 April 2010 | 13 replies
The extinguishers are there for emergencies and I realize that their use probably minimized their damages and mine.

6 March 2011 | 11 replies
Spread thinset with a notched trowel.3) Place new cut tiles on thinset, and apply grout, wipe with a damp sponge as you apply to minimize the mess and haze.Thats it really simple!!

28 December 2009 | 4 replies
It stated property management requires minimal time and any claims of large amounts of time being spent on property management should be challenged.

30 January 2010 | 27 replies
Your investment is minimal ($300-$1,000) and the ROI is usually 50% and above per deal.

8 March 2010 | 5 replies
Minimize that number by keeping records of all your expenses - everything - including a home office if you have a dedicated one.

5 January 2010 | 10 replies
I own a corporation to minimize the tax impact so the corporation employs me on small salary basis.