As I transition from my current professional practice and educational background of architecture into real estate, I'm considering to add to my knowledge base with a few online courses.  Of course I read and do a lot ...

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I recently purchased an investment property in California that i rent to my parent however i charge them less than the mortgage fee. It's $100 less than the monthly mortgage. I"m wondering if that wil...

I am hopefully going to get a duplex under contract next week, each unit already has tenants on current leases. In one unit, the rent is 2,200 a month on the lease, which the tenant was paying, but lost his job and th...

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Here in Vancouver, BC I have spoken with several people who are interested in investing in single family homes and duplexes in areas other than the Sunbelt. Memphis is one area. I am interested in I...

As the topic states, sometimes when I speak with individuals new to real estate they will often site Trulia and or zillow to pull comps.

Thats not for a general estimate mind you, but for actual comps for the subject...

I have been reading (scouring) the forum on SDIRA/SDIRA-LLC/SOLO-401K information, and am absolutely confused! And the more I read, the more cautious I am getting!So what is the real deal on these setups?  Do I need t...

So, I've been giving serious consideration to buying a few properties with a turnkey provider.  I'm busy, and my local area isn't the best place to get started.  I know that there are downsides, not all companies are ...

Does it make sense to go over board decorating or should I say "add value" to a home you never intend to sell? I know of a certain someone who goes too far with decorations to the inside and outside of the house. Mos...

I keep hearing/reading about people that are not paying taxes on their rental income because they can offset it with deductions. I can't come up with enough to cover the income. What am I missing. I am deducting:

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