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6 February 2024 | 2 replies
Anyways, I am eager to connect with other professionals on here, and I am looking forward to learning more about the investment world!
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6 February 2024 | 0 replies
As more professionals embrace remote work, the demand for homes with spacious layouts, dedicated home offices, and access to outdoor amenities is soaring. 🌳🏠 Whether it's the allure of suburban tranquility or the charm of rural living, buyers are seeking properties that cater to their newfound flexibility and lifestyle preferences. 🏡💼 Stay ahead of the curve and explore how remote work is reshaping real estate in Central & Northern California!
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6 February 2024 | 23 replies
I put this in writing for them too.This year I am planning on only raising rents by $10-15/mAll of my properties are currently at market rent, but of course things like insurance and taxes keep going upBP Community, what are you doing for rental increases this year?
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7 February 2024 | 13 replies
*IF* you can claim RE professional status - and this is where doing your own management comes in, if one of you doesn't have a regular W2 job - you can realize some major tax savings, especially because you can deduct any losses from the RE side from your W2 income.
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5 February 2024 | 6 replies
Of course, consult a professional.That's the short of it.
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6 February 2024 | 16 replies
I believe that if you’re the smartest one in the room, you’re in the wrong room which is why I am seeking help from more vetted professionals in this space.
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7 February 2024 | 9 replies
Which of course was 100% not the case.
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5 February 2024 | 10 replies
If you are maxing out with the W-2 associated plans, your Solo 401(k) would be limited to accepting employer profit-sharing contributions based on your real estate commission earnings.There are several solid professionals who specialize in Solo 401(k) plans here on BP.
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7 February 2024 | 13 replies
Of course, most malls are dying now too.I pass Civic Financial’s office almost every day on my way home and have been waiting for the sign on the side of their building to come down.
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7 February 2024 | 19 replies
We are 26 days out from the closing date escrow of course is not opened that’s for end buyer to do.