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I am curious to know if it is typical or recommended for someone just starting out in real estate investing, let's say using wholesaling strategy, to create a business entity such as an LLC. Is there a need that early...
I know nothing about real estate. I’m still doing my due diligence reading books, listening to podcasts, forums, etc. Would it be smart for me to get a real estate license to try and buy my first rental property or hi...
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I've had an interested party request paying for a years lease up front. He did tell me that the reason was that he had his identity stolen and his credit ruined. I told him I hadn't done that before and I had to check...
Hello everyone. I’ve been following Michael Blanks content heavily over the past 2 months and what really stood out to me is the cost segregation & bonus depreciation. If someone could please explain these terms a...
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Hello guys! I have a good W2 income as well as STR income.
2023 is the first year I thought I could qualify for RE status as I am working as the property manager, handyman... (750+ hours) man I worked hard!
Just fi...
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First, I love my real estate cash flows and the opportunity they have provided for my family...but I am curious how you all feel about this. The local and federal government is tightening their grip on Real Estate acr...
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Some background on me: I am 36 years old. Work for a tech company in sales. I average $250K year in W-2 Income. Excluding retirement funds I have set aside $300K of investment capital to start. Education is degree in ...
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I aim to find a fixer upper quad/triplex in Chicago area, renovate and house hack, then cash-out in 6-9 months.But when financing my other rehab or cash-out projects, I have seen the lender requires the property to be...
I am currently renting a SFH, and had planned to for another year and then house hack a 3-4 unit multifamily next spring. The opportunity has come up to buy the house I'm currently renting for a good deal. I would jus...
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Hi BP -
I'm looking to get my RE license. I am located on the South Shore in MA. Does anyone have any recommendations on where I should take the 40-hour class?
Thanks, Dan