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15 February 2025 | 5 replies
It's my understanding the Gator Method consists of providing short term loans to cover other investor's earnest money deposits.
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10 February 2025 | 22 replies
I'd simply explain they can use Zelle until the renewal, then the portal will be the preferred method.
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2 February 2025 | 2 replies
Quote from @Jake Handler: For anyone that has been a buyer or seller of a seller finance property, what method of payment and tracking did you use for buyer to pay seller monthly?
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13 February 2025 | 22 replies
I personally would recommend the last method.
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25 January 2025 | 155 replies
I've just watched the "gator method" today.
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13 February 2025 | 16 replies
Stretch the terms or better still negotiating favorable terms with the seller could significantly ease the burden of acquiring the property.Private Investors: As of December, the stock/forex market are performing bullishly.
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7 February 2025 | 5 replies
The market is very competative in California. How are you finding FLIPS in your state?
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14 February 2025 | 15 replies
Quote from @Tyler Garza: Quote from @Kishan Purohit: @Tyler GarzaEstimating ARV accurately is key to making the BRRRR method work.
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16 February 2025 | 2 replies
Commissioner, 73 T.C. 766 (1980), specifically confirmed that rental management activities can qualify for the home office deduction, regardless of passive income classification.Key Considerations: 🔑The space must be used ONLY for rental managementNo personal activities or other business uses allowedMust maintain solid documentationActivities should be regular and substantialPro Tips: 💪Consider the simplified method ($5/sq ft, max 300 sq ft)[Rev.