Compounded over just a decade, 6% is a big difference and it looks like that difference is going to get larger.While this is a good way for politicians to pay for Social Security without officially making cuts, the average worker still gets pinched.In the 80's we dealt with inflation relatively well.

There are specific items that Canadians (or foreigners) need to understand to avoid potential tax implications.

I found this passage to be pretty damning://Begin QuoteIn my view, the American dream of striking it rich is merely a well-marketed fantasy that keeps the bottom 99.5% hoping for better and prevents social and political instability.

We just need the technology solution to catch up to the social problem.

I did not even get to the point were she asked for my social security number, income, nor did she check my credit.So BiggerPockets, is this the norm or do various lenders handle these issues differently?

A little rusty one computer - and have never done social networking *unless you can count e-mailing!!!

In the meantime I'm dealing with a property with continuing theft and vandalism and trying to keep it at my sale value, working with the county to do the necessary repair and abatement work to release the code compliance liens, getting IRS liens released, and trying to figure out if the tenant is crazy and needs a social worker.

Hello BPers,

Earlier this year (May) I obtained a HELOC against a rental property that I owned free and clear. I then combined funds from that HELOC with some of my own cash to purchase another rental outright. Ha...

We have many disadvantage as service members, however we also have unique benefits and social advantages.

What implications does this have for the small real estate investor and has anyone explored plans to capitalize on this recent change in the SEC regulations designed to promote small business?