They see real estate as a pure tax write-off hobby.I consider it a pretty good deal - two properties are located in areas that are active and sprawling - one property in particular is situated next to a massive vacant lot (where a factory once stood, but was demolished years ago) that has been bought by commercial developers who have released plans to bring a large grocery store, along with shopping and eateries - I know this information because, well, just trust that I know.

I can see myself being available. if it was direct access to me that'd be tough because I am a structural engineer that is regularly on conference calls.Ryan- I'd love to connect further.

Track all you do and review it regularly and see where you might cut your expenses gain your income.Always do your math analysis and try to look at your prospective properties before you make an offer or at least put a clause in the sales contract (for about 10 to15 days) without a penalty that will hurt you too much.  

typically shingles will run you $20/bundle (3 per 100 sq ft or 1 Square) for lower end, install depends much on tear off and prep or shingle over and prep, we have opted for Steel when ever reasonable to do so, it costs about 10-20% more up front, but will out last me, and does not have Ice damming problems we see with regular shingles in the north. standard shingles, you can expect about 1/2-2/3 the stated warranty actual life span, so 40 year shingles will last about 20 years, but steel, even 40 year has been known to far exceed the 40 year warranty, I can typically get a roof done in steel with a 2 layer tear off, and steel installed for around $4-6K for a 13 Sq roof thats material, labor and disposal, I just has a 11 sq one does with dimensional shingles (steel wasnt practical) for $2,700 including tear off and disposal. keep in mind, the cheap guy may not be the best value, there are a lot of hacks out there, and anyone with a pitch fork, a hammer and a nail gun calls them self a roofer. 

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Regular bank loan rates are hovering around 4-4.25%.

@Gerald Valentin when doing my flip, I just contacted my regular insurance company and told them I was buying a second home, that I'd being doing some renovations on and it would be vacant during this time.

However, I'm working regular job and am in higher tax bracket.Can someone provide me with lender options for IRA refinance loans?