Eric Chiang
Real Estate-focused CPAs
Hi BP community! I'm a new real estate investor about to close on my first househack (duplex near Riverside, CA). I had a few questions regarding CPAs focused on REI:
At what point in your REI career did you find a C...
Stephen Solano
Help! Can’t find qualified tenant for rental unit!
Hi all,
My previous tenants moved out August 1, 2020 and after they left I ripped up the carpeting and installed brand new LVP flooring in the bedrooms and living room, I also put new stainless steel appliances in th...
Michael Cotton
Cap Ex and Maintenance Costs
What is it like budgeting for cap ex and maintenance in C class neighborhoods in Cleveland?
Mose Gebremeskel
Tax Advice on Property
Tax Advice - I have a duplex that I live in (house hacking) and we are in the process of renovating it still so we haven't had a tenant in it yet. Are there any advantages when filing for taxes or disadvantages? Or an...
Katrina P.
Are HELOCs always counted in DTI?
Hi All!We will soon be purchasing a new primary residence. However, we would love to establish a HELOC here (for the purposes of investing) prior to purchasing the new home. My question is are HELOCs always factored i...
Daniel Smith
Who pays the commission on a commercial property sale?
I know that in residential sales, the seller usually pays the commission. However, on loopnet I see a lot of listings that mention a "commission split". Is this customary for commercial transactions? Buyer and Seller ...
Rob Randle
How much to factor in for these expenses
Evaluating a triplex in NJ. The property has separate gas heaters and electric meters. In the description it mentions that "landlord pays water, hot water, and common area electric." & "tenant is responsible fo...
Jacob Ashworth
Seeking Insights: Experiences with Mid-Term Rentals in HOA Communities?
Hey Bigger Pockets community!
I hope you're all doing well and enjoying your real estate journeys. Today, I wanted to tap into the wealth of knowledge and experiences here regarding mid-term rentals within HOA commun...
Tony P.
Considering a Side Hustle as a Real Estate Agent in Canada
Hi everyone,
I'm a business owner based in Canada and I'm exploring the idea of becoming a real estate agent as a side hustle, with the potential to go full time if it’s a good fit. My ultimate goal is to build a por...
Aaron Chasse
Adding second story?
Has anyone found a profitable value add by adding a 2nd story to a small 2 bedroom house? Obviously, there are a lot of factors that would need to be addressed, but just seeing if anyone has found success with this st...