Austin Works
Can A Handgun Be Considered A Business Expense?
I am considering purchasing a small handgun for protection when going to look at properties in unfamiliar areas. Is this something I can write off at tax time as a business expense?
Orly Howard
STR Restrictions on deed
Hi BP'ersHas anyone ever come across restrictions on short term rentals on a deed? I was getting ready to sign a contract (in Sullivan County, upstate NY) when my lawyer informed me that it had this restriction. This ...
Bailey Cocuzzi
Advice for newbie
I am new to the real estate world and getting stuck on making my first move. Real estate is something I’ve taken an interest in the past few years by doing research, watching seminars/videos, ect., but I have no clue ...
Jory Wilder
STR Cleaner wants more money for longer stays ???
I have an STR and usually book it out for shorter stays like 1-2 nights at a time mostly. My cleaner recently mentioned she would like to get paid more for longer stays that are like 4-5 days. Should I pay her more $...
Craig P.
Negative energy at home
So, I'm just starting out so i have done approximately zero deals. This is something I want to do and can see a better future for myself and family. What do you do if your spouse doesn't share the same vision? M...
Gabriel Trieu
Getting to My 1st Deal: Update 5, Wk7. C3: 2nd Contact
Update 5; 3.12.14
Good evening everyone, this is my 5th update and my report for weeks 1 and 2 (Feb.24-Mar.3) in my 3rd yellow letter campaign with me attempting to wholesale SFR's in San Diego, California.
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Stephen Dominick
3 out of 5 Americans have no reserves
I just read a WSJ report citing Bankrate a banking analyst, that 3 out of 5 Americans do not have the reserves to withstand the most mundane unexpected expenditure, "The survey found that an unexpected bill would redu...
Ezinwanne Hawkins
Found & Closed My First Wholesaling Deal in 7 WEEKS!
7 weeks ago, I decided to begin learning as much as I could about wholesaling. It sounded like a great way to learn about REI from the ground floor, while building savings to be put towards our first purchase.
So, I ...
Will Lotherington
Dipping toe in, Airbnb gut check request
TL;DR should I rent a 2bed 1bath for $1200 if I can Airbnb it for ~$1600?Hello, I recently discovered BP and am extremely excited by everything I've learned over the last few weeks.I believe I found a low risk opportu...
Ryan Mertz
NEW in Michigan
Hello BiggerPocket
I am Ryan Mertz.
I will be researching this site in search of information on how to be prepared for all different positions and situations of Real Estate.
1. I want to learn how Bird Dogs and Prop...