Chris Seveney
Contractor Quote Dispute & How I am Handling It
17 November 2024 | 5 replies
I will have title bond over the lien if its filed (which 90% of liens are filed incorrectly anyways).
Marcus Auerbach
Mortgage rates going up. Is the market expecting inflation?
26 November 2024 | 17 replies
The funny thing is when I go to my house in Florida I see the exact same thing.
Thomas McPherson
Feds Cut Rates Again - Predictions for New Office
21 November 2024 | 7 replies
Quote from @Thomas McPherson: That’s a good point about the bond market and mortgage rates.
Bruce Schussler
To cash-out refinance -or- keep positive cash-flow on a rental
21 November 2024 | 1 reply
Quote from @Bruce Schussler: A lot of Podcasts and Youtuber's say to cash-out refinance to keep rents balanced with payment; (PITI) then use those funds strategically to re-invest either in more real estate or just put into a high interest bearing account or money market account...Here's some of my thoughts and comparisons;Cash-out refinance with new loan so rents balance with payment:- The cash-out refinance is 100% tax free- The funds can be put into a money-market account off-setting a portion of the interest charge of loan- The loan balance gets eventually destroyed by inflation- The liquid cash eventually gets destroyed by inflation - The interest on the new loan can be deducted from the rent income- The refinance costs are 3-4% of the total- There is less equity in the property and LLC that can be attached in case of a lawsuit- The break-even on cash-out refinance with current interest costs on the new loan is around 12 years Vs.Paid-off property with positive cash flow:- The positive rent income is 100% taxable minus only depreciation and property tax- There is more equity in the property and LLC that can be attached with a lawsuit- The break even is not until after 12 years at today's interest rates- There is a rate risk in today's inflationary environment where interest rates on bonds keep rising*It appears to me that the cash-out refi is in the best interest for a property investor; (Dave Ramsey would strongly disagree!)
Peter Thielemann
Will be inheriting a property I want to turn into a rental.
14 November 2024 | 13 replies
Not only that he gets stepped up basis and sell with no tax double check that with accountant but I think that is correct.. then take the cash put it in 5% gov bonds for now then get up to speed and see what you really want to do.
Gustavo Delgado
why should we still invest in real estate?
28 November 2024 | 17 replies
@Gustavo Delgado I've looked at stocks, bonds, REITS, limited partnerships, and syndications, and have invested in all of them.
Brian Quo
How bad is it to start off not cash flowing on 1st rental that is new construction?
20 November 2024 | 37 replies
That’s gambling, not investing. for those not familiar with what Mello Roos is.. its a Bond that was floated to pay for the infrastructure cost of the subdivision and is added to your tax bill by the county..
Melanie Baldridge
One of the best strategies?
26 November 2024 | 4 replies
Problem is only "RE pros" get to do it.There are 3 income classifications in the US - Active, Portfolio, and PassiveActive income is income derived from your job, or normal trade or business.Portfolio income is derived from bank instruments - stocks, bonds, etc.Passive income is income earned from investments.Active losses can wipe out both passive and portfolio income, but it doesn't work the other way around.Portfolio (capital) losses are limited to $3,000 annually.Passive losses can only be offset by passive gains.Real estate rental income by its nature is deemed passive per IRC Sec 469One way to get around it is to become a pro - spend more than 750 hours or 1/2 your time in real estate.But most folks aren't real estate pros.
Joe Steinheiser
Insurance for flips or renovation
15 November 2024 | 8 replies
I was thinking some type of homeowners policy, I didn't think about builders risk.