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I have been doing a ton of research online for the past few weeks, trying to learn everything I need to know about real estate and how to get into the market. I think my biggest initial hurdles will be knowing what pr...
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Well, we are getting around to the most wonderful time of the year and that means tenant Christmas gifts. I know some Scrooge like landlords skimp on this but I am convinced that Christmas gifts build good will and ar...
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The elusive and majestic unicorn of a seller just landed at my feet!
That’s right fellow BP addicts, I have found myself a unicorn. That’s a seller who’s also an investor that owns their properties free and clear!
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I've tried searching the forums, but couldn't find an exact answer to this question. Depreciation reduces the cost basis of your property, and has it's own, 25% depreciation recapture tax rate when you sell. So if you...
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I just wanted to share, about 6 months into my search in earnest and I have successfully closed on my first 4 plex in Des Moines, IA, hopefully many more to come!
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Bernake didn't sound very positive today. Stocks drop and he actually uses words like recession and "double dip" . Interest rates to stay low is th...
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We made tens of thousands of dollars in the last year because we were willing to share our home for one or two weekends per month. Hence, I've been getting a few inquiries about some non-obvious tips on where to begi...
Hi! My name is sheila and im a nurse and my husband works for coke. Last year i made 247k (before taxes) and my husband made 80k. Our taxes for 2022 was 54k so we ended up owing 3200. In 2023, im estimating making 312...
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Ok, real estate agent rant after drama once again on closing a loan. How loans should be: Approve a loan with a specific buyer(s), seriously put them through all paces including tax transcripts, employer verificati...
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Hey guys! My name is Ben Morand and I am a 20 year old college student at the University of Florida. Recently, I completed my pre-licensing course and I am planning on taking my exam to become a licensed agent in mid-...