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22 December 2016 | 12 replies
Make sure you explore all the options prior to investing outside of your home state.
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22 December 2016 | 7 replies
I have became a "pro member" and will explore the marketplace to help me find connections.
30 December 2016 | 6 replies
Lately I’ve been exploring alternate personal income streams and my interest in the residential market has somewhat naturally led me towards real estate investing.
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23 December 2016 | 8 replies
I'm looking at SF right now to cut my teeth on, then I'm going to explore MF.
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31 December 2016 | 1 reply
I would explore an alternative... just a thought.
28 December 2016 | 25 replies
The tax benefits of owning real estate are extensive and are definitely worth exploring.6) DepreciationSo even though as we discussed earlier home prices historically rise over time, for tax purposes you get to "depreciate" a certain percentage of the value of the rental property each year.
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23 December 2016 | 8 replies
Have you explored converting your IRA into a self directed IRA?
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26 December 2016 | 15 replies
I might wait and re-explore a self IRA for REI at that time.Thanks,-Nick
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29 December 2016 | 6 replies
In June I would have met the 12 month owner occupancy requirement and would be free to explore other options.
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26 December 2016 | 4 replies
I have explored tax issues and entity structures.