Kevin Humphreys
REITs v. Direct investing in real estate
My question is pretty basic. What are the main reasons why investing directly in real estate is a better idea than just investing in REITs.My understanding is that the rate of return on REITs is generally higher than...
Michael Plaks
Remember to send your 1099s by January 31!
The beginning of the year is a perfect opportunity to get even with all those contractors who worked for you during 2018: report them to the almighty IRS and make them pay taxes on the money they received from you. In...
Frank S.
Any other Blogeheads lurking this forum?
I learned a lot thanks to the Bogleheads. Are there any other ones here exploring diversification?
Bryan L.
Private money and/or hard money loans - structure
Needing some advice/info. I've typically been doing 3 rehabs concurrently with my own money and/or lines of credit. Wanting to do more in 2014. Here's the question:
How to structure with private money or h...
Joseph P.
Language for app denial after holding deposit
Hi all -We recently met with a family for one of our apartments in NJ and took a partial deposit (less than 10%) from them prior to receiving any paperwork (shame on us). We really liked them and they kept assuring us...
Rick Rapant
Advice On Condo and Co-op Note Purchasing
Got my hands on a couple of performing notes well seasoned and excellent pay histories for 2 condo units in Florida. Can anyone advise on what to look for before purchasing a performing note on a Condo or Co-op? I've ...
Jessica Smith
Rental Contracts and Damage Deposits - Non Airbnb Bookings
Hi Everyone,I've been doing my research and cannot find a solid answer to this question, and maybe that's because it does not exist. I work with a small short term property management company that is struggling with a...
Lewis McKnight
Getting a loan on your owner financed loan
It has come to by attention that a loan can be loaned on. I want to put this out there and see if anyone has done this. What are the issues of doing this? What % of the owner financed loan can you get from another len...
John Mireles
I Smell a Scam
Today I received this email in response to an ad I have for a property on Craigslist"
Hi there!!
I'm really interested in renting your available studio. I am willing to pay cash for a faster move in. I would like to...
Garrett Binder
Need advice - too many options
I'm writing this for my Mom and I'm looking for some unbiased advice here as I don't know too many people yet in the RE investing game. Here's the situation.
She is 71 years old, owns a home in San Diego that can pr...