I've been considering a strategy of buying properties that I can rent out (with minor rehabbing), continue improving the property while it is a rental (taking advantage of the business expense tax deductions) and then...

Disclaimer: this is a bit of a rant and a story for venting purposes. Professionally, I've been employed as a graphic artist and creative director for 20+ years. I was laid off in January 2017 so at this point, I coul...

So two of my friends and me are looking to buy a duplex or triplex in the near future as an investment. The problem is, due to some of us having thin credit and some other credit issues we are not going to get approve...

Hi all,I am looking to set up a self-directed IRA with money transferred from a previous employer 401(k) to invest in a duplex in OK. The purchase price is $250K and I would be going in with a partner, likely by creat...

Hey guys!For those of you in Kentucky do you have a CPA that you work with and would recommended? Thank you!Liz

To those who self-manage luxury rentals and are not licensed real estate professionals, are you concerned about your listing (listed by owner) attracting scammers?
I listed a very niche lux rental about 7 days ago; I...

Hello. My name is Jake. I am new to BiggerPockets and the forum. I am currently a student at UC Davis and am looking to buy my first investment property. I have no income as a student, but have money for a down paymen...

My wife and I have had our personal home on the market in Savannah, GA.  The buyer was pre-qualified, but the bank just declined them because one of them is a contract employee not salary.  

Hey everyone!Does anyone have any opinion towards your first property being local to you or distant(other cities/states)?Besides having to account for a property management company, are there any other major factors t...

Anyone have any info on self directed IRA? I have an IRA with 200 k in it and I'm considering using to purchase rental property....thanks