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Ryan Daulton Benefits of self-directed IRAs
14 January 2025 | 18 replies
Quote from @Basit Siddiqi: I personally would not buy real estate with a retirement account.There are just too many headaches that are not worth the potential increased return.Some headaches when it comes to investing in real estate with a retirement account1) LTV values are less and harder to find lenders.2) Potential to sell or partially distibute the property if you have to do a RMD(Required Minimum Distribution)3) If you run out of cash and have to make a major repair, you may be out of luck and have to sell.4) Having to potentially worry about UBTI(Unrelated Business Taxable Income)I would personally invest in stocks/bonds/notes with a retirement account.I buy deals with cash and use a ROTH SDIRA so there are no RMD's.I buy at huge discounts to retail.
Danielle B. Out-of-State - Ohio Section 8 Housing
29 January 2025 | 22 replies
Most are selling hype to get you to buy their programs by deliberately make it sound easy.Your profile here on BP is blank, so guessing you are a "newbie"?
Rene Hosman Are you coming to BiggerPockets Momentum 2025?
31 December 2024 | 4 replies
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Beau Wollens First time fix and flip opportunity in Stamford Connecticut - Total Gut Renovation
29 January 2025 | 13 replies
so - what are the comps selling for, and what features do they have? 
Angel Perez Can I get a loan for a property uninhabitable?
24 January 2025 | 12 replies
Exit strategies are typically, refinance into a long term loan and hold or sell it for profit.Cheers!
Dominic Diguglielmo Very short sale.
16 January 2025 | 1 reply
I used her for buying and selling the same property.
Bobby Paquette Turnkey Multifamily with SCDC Investing ?
21 January 2025 | 5 replies
Big selling point is $15k gets you 32 units 100% ownership.
Apryl Skahill How to get spouse on board?
28 January 2025 | 19 replies
I think what helped me was that she saw how much I was educating myself through books/podcasts/mentors, and I was able to show her my analysis on the first property we purchased and "sell" her on it.
Matthew C. Advice on multifamily vacancy
13 January 2025 | 11 replies
And you don’t want to sell after going through all that trouble and miss opportunity.Here’s my take.  
Desiree Rejeili Understanding Mortgage Recasting: What Homeowners Need to Know
22 January 2025 | 0 replies
Mortgage recasting is a great option for homeowners who:Have received a windfall, such as a bonus, inheritance, or proceeds from selling another property.Want to lower their monthly payments without extending their loan term or going through the hassle of refinancing.Are satisfied with their current interest rate and loan terms.How to Get StartedIf you’re considering mortgage recasting, here are the steps to take:Contact Your Lender: Ask if they offer mortgage recasting and confirm your loan’s eligibility.Determine the Lump Sum Amount: Decide how much you can afford to put toward your principal.Calculate Potential Savings: Use an online mortgage calculator or consult with your lender to estimate your new monthly payment and total savings.Submit the Request: Once you’ve made the lump sum payment, your lender will process the recasting and provide a new payment schedule.Final ThoughtsMortgage recasting can be a powerful tool for homeowners looking to reduce their monthly payments and save on interest without the cost and complexity of refinancing.