Thomas Alessandrello
Newbie in Philly looking for first house hack!
Hey BP fam! I'm Tom. I'm 23 years old living in the city of brotherly love. I've had a position in management consulting at a Big 4 firm for a year and a half and have been renting during this time. My current lease i...
Thu Pham
Best practices consulting with a Co-Host when I don't have a property yet
Hi community, I'm in the process of acquiring my first STR property in Joshua Tree and have met with a co-host that I really liked. I'd love to utilize their expertise when assessing a property since they are local bu...
Elio Guillen
Newbie needs your advice. Should I hire a CPA or use Turbotax?
I purchased a turnkey investment property mid December 2016 and now it's time to file my taxes. In hindsight, I should have probably waited to make the purchase early January to avoid this issue, but I guess you live ...
Jillyan MacMorris
Can I use a 1031 on the sale of my primary residence?
I own and live in a condo, but my building is being sold in a deconversion! An offer has been accepted and I we are in the 60-day closing period as we speak. Can I use a 1031 exchange on my primary residence to purcha...
G Weliky
Rent Analysis Tool
I am in the process of purchasing my second long-term rental property and am seeking the best free (or very low-cost) website for estimating rent values. This is functioning as a triple-check after I do my own analysi...
Ryan C.
First Deal: 203k 3-Family House Hack
Hello BP!
I just wanted to share my experience with my 203k loan for my first home purchase/House hack. I believe it is the most underutilized loan program, but I can understand the fears of the unknown. With that be...
Ed Long
2Acre Lot, Multi-Family Build?
Hello,I have a 2AC piece of property that is properly zoned and I believe perfect for a multi-unit in Greenville SC. I currently own multi-units but have NEVER BUILT. After speaking with a few local agents/builders,...
Chris Penny
Using a Real Estate Consultant
Hi, all. I am wondering if anyone has ever used a consultant to review a deal before you pulled the trigger. I have been reading about Certified Commercial Investment Members, but most appear to be brokers. I don't...
Khadijah Hunter
Hard money question for Buy an Hold
Hi,I recently inherited a free and clear 3/2 sfh along with my siblings. They are pushing a sale but I would like to use it as rental property. Is it a good idea to use hard money to buy them out and use for repairs? ...
Max Bellino
Online Cost Seg studies Vs Site Visits
Hey Everyone,I hope everyone is having a great holiday season! I’m looking for guidance on whether it’s worth opting for a rapid report for a cost segregation study, which is less expensive than a full site visit. Wha...