John Hessell
First flip: not a complete disaster, but a challenge.
4 April 2019 | 1 reply
Also: Time- The city permit process was really slow, which delayed the work at every step, ultimately months.
Brandon Komp
using IRA to buy real estate
11 April 2019 | 23 replies
What I do can be done inside 401(k)'s and IRA's of course, but it slows down wealth building.For one, the income and cash flow from how I invest, quickly exceeds the limits allowed for 401(k)'s and IRA's.
Michael Copeland
Do you need a mentor?
5 April 2019 | 8 replies
Spend money to hire a mentor who can accelerate your learning curve and help you be successful faster.It's really up to you on which way you'd like to go.
Diana Villalon
Dishonest lenders....has anyone experienced this?
5 April 2019 | 4 replies
David, I am aware of verification, and one was provided, the issue i have is that after they received the #'s, instead of asking why the difference from last year to this year, they asked for a statement that isnt' true, namely "this is the slow season for the business" which is quite opposite of the truth.
Nick Mess
2nd Purchase: Single Family or another Multi-Family?
8 April 2019 | 9 replies
Maybe a multi with a big yard could work or a single family with an in-law would be another great option that wouldn't slow me down too much.It definitely is a balance - trying to live within means and investing vs owning a private home large enough for pets, kids, entertaining, etc.
Zach Lemaster
HELP ME LIST OF ALL THE TAX BENEFITS OF OWNING RE PLEASE!
5 April 2019 | 5 replies
Can anyone explain how accelerated depreciation is structured and when it is a good idea to utilize it?
Mario Mormile
First small apartment building seller financing
5 April 2019 | 1 reply
A lot of newer investors need to slow down on the front-end and do their due-diligence on the ground before purchasing, but deals don't wait, either!
Nathan Cross
Started second flip in Fayetteville NC
17 April 2019 | 20 replies
I'm bullish on Fayetteville for long term cash flow but I'm slowing down my single family acquisition as prices increase and margins decrease.
Nick Meservey
First-Time Investment Strategy - Kansas City or Orlando?
10 April 2019 | 7 replies
People also talk about the broader market slowing down, but I like the idea of taking action now and using the experience to scale up if a buyer's market emerges.Thanks,Nick
Holden Davenport
Section 8 Housing Pros/Cons/Advise
5 June 2019 | 16 replies
Pros: Easy to find tenantsPros: Normally can purchase property at a good discount because of the neighborhoodCons: Nightmare tenants who will tear your property up and literally destroy it.Cons: Slow slow monthly payments.Cons: Hard to sell property , who wants to buy a property in a crime area.Cons: Dealing with the governmentCons: Very Hard inspection requirementsCons: Maintenance of property requirements