John K.
Seller's financing - pro-rated rents?
Hi,
I am finally finishing the seller's financing contract (I am the buyer) and I have a question about pro-rated rents. The house is currently occupied, and I have read in a few books, that when you actually close i...
Michael Plaks
Tax Loophole: backdating 2023 expenses to Dec 31, 2022
Apology for the click bait title. There is no such loophole. However, one Texas CPA claims that there is.Today, one investor publicly posted (and then wisely removed) a quote from his CPA suggesting this hat trick: be...
Lauren Patrick
It was like a college class in house to flip properties!
Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment.
Purchase price: $66,500
Cash invested: $60,000
Sale price: $145,500
The house had a garage turned into a mother in law suite. ...
Michelle Moss
health insurance
My husband and I own several rental properties in Cleveland and Lake county ohio. I have recently retired from a job where I had paid health insurance. We are currently looking for affordable health insurance. If...
Scott W.
Inspectors
I've heard it can go a long way by being polite to them; addressing them as Mr or Mrs; & finding common interests...all salesmanship.
I also know someone who has better luck when his wife meets the inspectors.
W...
Lamont Marable
Direct Marketing Campaign Thoughts??
I'm starting a mailing campaign targeting apartment owners in Ohio, primarily in Cincinnati, Columbus, and Akron. Here is what I decided to write in my letter. Can you dig into it and critique it for me?"My partner ...
Kyle Nazarek
Drawbacks of a buyer using a mortgage vs cash
Hello,
I have a wholesale deal locked up on a vacant piece of land, but a prospect buyer would need to obtain a loan for all or some of the price. What are the drawbacks of having your buyer close with a land mortga...
Edward Ramos
accepting a pre-emptive offer vs. an open market
I will be selling my home in a sellers market (the Bay Area) and want to know the the advantages and disadvantages of accepting an attractive offer before the listing goes on the MLS. I spoke to a local realtor and h...
Renat S.
First Flip - Cincinnati
I have finally completed my first flip. Initially started looking in Los Angeles, California area, as this is where I live, but the market and prices are insane for someone with no experience and daddy with a fat wall...
Benjamin Riehle
What are your 2018 goals and how are you being held accountable?
The new year is almost here and it is time to get purposeful about outlining what you want to accomplish in 2018. I want to challenge everyone in the Bigger Pockets community to take time to write down your goals and ...