Chris Duzan
New in Columbia, SC
Hey, my name is Chris and I'm new to Biggerpockets and real estate investing. I'm 21 and still in college but I want to start working on securing my financial future. My interest started when I stumbled upon the Rich...
David Ounanian
How do I conduct due diligence on a property before making a purchase?
Conducting due diligence on a property before making a purchase is crucial to ensure you're making an informed decision. A well experienced real estate agent can help you through this important process. Here's a compr...
Katie Bustos
Tax saving strategy for long term
Hi! I just started educating myself on rental properties a few months ago and am trying to determine my strategy. My husband and I both work and have a combined income of $220k but we are paying $60k annually on taxes...
Iniabasi N Imeh
What is the best route full time newbies?
Hello, everyone. I work in sales and am brand new to real estate. I'm getting involved because I feel that this will be the best method of securing my retirement.I'm working between 60 and 65 hours pre week. Under ...
Jose Gonzalez
Books Books & More Books
So im fairly new to BP, Have gotten a lot of great tips as i read daily. I spend most of my time browsing threw BP podcast and forums. Aside from my boring Day job(s) (3 actually) i love to read INVESTMENT BOOKS. Yea ...
P. Martin
Owner Occupied Condo. Mid 600s scores. 1099 contractor
I'd like to purchase a condo to use as my primary residence for ~80k. Last year I had a w2 job, but am now working as a 1099 contractor. Credit is mid 600s depending on where I am looking. Suggestions on how I could ...
Jason Watson
Material Participation and REPs
What are the general tests for material participation? This question comes up all the time. As tax professionals, we want to get the word out for those considering a real estate professional designation.
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Lauren Kalisz
Return of a security deposit for tenant that broke lease?
Hi All-
Looking for insight on a situation I have with a previous tenant. Long story short, their lease was due to expire on June 1, 2020, but in February they requested a lease break to exit the unit on April 1, 2...
Lawrence Audena
Can deals be made wholesaling pre-foreclosures?
Hi Everyone. QQ seeing if anyone can land a hand. So, I created a list of more then 120 pre-foreclosure properties, I am going through and inputting all the trustee contact info unto a spreadsheet. Alot of the proper...
Matt Jones
What happens if I don't move in Fannie Mae Property in 60 days? Bought as an owner occupant.
I bought a fourplex from Fannie Mae about 60 days ago as an owner occupant and I have yet to move in. I do plan to live there but I've had two contracts fall through on my house and I have a flip that is taking longe...