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My financial advisor had this to say in regards to the question of whether or not I could (without penalty) use funds in a self-directed roth IRA as a down payment on an investment property. I have no reason to doubt ...
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I just wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. This is my very first posting. My name is Ed Becnel. I am new to real estate investing (a "newbie"). I live in Covington, Louisiana. I am 56 years old and am a senio...
I would like some help on knowing the details of what to do. Things to look for when buying and saling. Looking for some networking to become partners doing lease sale option with experts.
What books would someone recommend for me to read to learn about Real Estate Investing ?
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BP Community, My day job is a Commercial Real Estate Advisor that specializes in retail leasing for landlord and tenants in the Manhattan market. This year I also started to do investment sales for mixed-use or multi...
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Hello Everyone!I'm a mechanical engineering student at the University of Kentucky with experience in managing properties near state street. I'm looking learn more about investing in real estate and to find others tha...
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Hello everyone,So I am new here and the first question I have is regarding 401ks and self directed IRAs. I know the benefits of a self directed IRA but is it worth it as far as real estate investing goes? My employe...
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Hi I’m looking to start investing & would like some helpful tips/advise from any experienced investors. I appreciate the feedback!
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Hi all! This is my first time posting and I am in need of some advice… The background to my question is my husband and I have been dabbling part time in the real estate investment game for 10 years now, while we have ...
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Advice needed ASAP! Anyone have any recommendations on tax advice for end of year tax planning. We have a high income and paid an extra 40k in taxes last year... we are looking to find a way to avoid his this year. Th...