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I planning to have backyard installed in new construction SFH.
I read this cannot be added to the cost basis of the rental property and be depreciated by 27.5 years since it is not an improvement to the property.
Bu...
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Hey BP Fam,When looking at a potential fix and flip deal, If the comps in the area aren't renovated/updated, does it automatically mean it's not worth getting into? I've heard mixed views on whether or not you should ...
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Can someone please advise on the best way to proceed with a creative deal. I will try to be as concise as possible:-Owner/seller is willing to sell me distressed vacant property for 250k (numbers are hypothetical)-Own...
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Hey everyone, hope y’all are doing well! So I finished the Ultimate Beginners Guide by bigger pockets, I’ve read a few other books from other investors and have accomplished my first networking event. After doing all ...
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In your experience for those who have at least done a couple CapEx Multi family investments, what has been your primary focal point when evaluating what to improve on a property to increase rents? Do you look at exter...
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My question is this: should I try and get a tenant in my rental as fast as possible or spend the upfront money to improve the home so as to have it appraise more? This way I can get a bigger sum from a cash out refi...
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Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Culver.
Purchase price: $37,000
Cash invested: $37,000
Bought this property in Feb/2022. Since then, I made a few moderate upgra...
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I recently acquired a property that has been neglected for years. I'm doing a light rehab and going to rent it out. The property is on a hill and has some drainage issues, so it's kind of hard to mow. Because of that,...
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First post! Hello BP!Sorry for the noob question but I can't seem to string together the right search terms to get the answer I am looking for.Here is the question...followed by the backstory.When investing in upgrad...