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Hey folks - so, I need some input. I've started direct mail marketing and making a lot more offers on the MLS, with the use of my new full-time employee. So far, so good. Then, I've partnered with a good friend Robert...
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I am considering taking a loan from a 401k for my first REI. I will be joint venturing with an experienced partner if I do so.
My question right now is:
Should I keep my 401k with Edward Jones or move it to somewh...
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hi,I am interested in buying a motel in a tourist destination but I am not sure that I am valuating it well. I am interested because I think I can increase their income because there are so many obvious things that t...
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hello BP,Just a quick question... I'm a 24 year old accountant working the 8-5 and currently own 2 investment properties with my wife. I have a family friend who has helped me get started and suggest I obtain my real...
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I'd like this thread to be a place where we compile a list of the major tax deductions available to a real estate investor. Since I do flips, I do not get the benefit of depreciation, but here are a couple of good on...
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Can you use a Solo 401K to purchase a flip property as long as it is paid back? I saw the max loan was $50K but that was for a loan and was unsure if you can use all the money available to purchase a property? I am s...
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Advise on how tenant can pay me with a visa card. she has no bank account. In the past she handed me the card to draw money from ATM. A lawyer advice against it citing potential for many complications. How else can I ...
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Hi. I'm planning to have a structural engineer to create architectural as-built floor plans for a 2 story mixed use building I own in California. These plans will be used to create specific structural plans for a larg...
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I currently invest in properties in Canada but hope to expand my investments into the US market (California hopefully). I would also like to obtain my RE license and Broker License.
Now my question, are US real es...
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I have a fairly established rehabbing/wholesaling business (done about 115 deals since 2010), and am considering bringing on my best friend from college into the business with me to help me scale and start a Brokerage...