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Need some help with tax math here. Wondering if this is a viable alternate strategy to a 1031 exchange? Here are the specifics:I'm getting ready to sell a rental property (Property A) for about $6.5M next month ...
I'm new to the world of retail appraisals, as previously I've always sold to investors and never allowed for an appraisal contingency. I'm confused how values can go up and if the appraiser is using comps.
I liste...
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Good morning fellow BP members-We are looking to purchase our first STR in Florida. Gathering info and numbers and learning so much. For those who have STRs, how did you structure your financing? 20-25% Down payment w...
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Hello BP Community,
This is my first ever post on the forums. I am just starting out on my real estate investing journey and I am currently educating myself as much as possible and trying to identify my niche areas o...
Hello. First post. I've been listening to the podcast/videos. I've recently begun realizing that my 401k will very likely be insufficient for retirement (I'm 37), so I'm searching for alternative investments. Instead ...
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I've seen a lot of posts about people eager to start an RAL and wanted to share some of the costly lessons I have learned and hopefully you can realize it before embarking on these projects. I've noticed the usual pos...
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Hey everyone! So I'm just starting out in REI (and by just starting out, I mean I'm looking for my first deal). I'm focusing on buy and hold multifamily investing. I've heard great things about getting a mentor to r...
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I always wanted to do a "deal diary" and now I have the chance to do one! This will be my 13th property acquisition and so I'm hoping to make it lucky number 13!A 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom 1,054 square foot townhouse c...