Helen Fradette
Taking it all in and getting a plan together
Hello! I found BiggerPockets about 2 weeks ago and have been hooked on the podcasts. Three years ago, I landed a job that allows me to actually save money each month rather than living month to month. Prior to that I ...
Adam Sipherd
Owner Occupied Duplex - LLC - Solo 401k
I'm currently living in a duplex I own, work full time, but my employer doesn't offer a retirement plan. I'm considering starting an LLC that I can run rental income and expenses through for the main purpose of starti...
Dustan Marshall
Retiring with rentals
I see lots of article explaining “how to retire with rental properties”. But I rarely, if ever, see any posts detailing those that have done it and live solely off the rental income. We are still in the process of pur...
Kaaren Hall
Navigating the 2024 Self-Directed Roth IRA Changes: A Guide for Investors
Embracing New Opportunities in the New Year
As we transition into the new year, it's imperative for savvy investors to keep abreast of the evolving landscape surrounding retirement savings plans, especially when it c...
Kathleen Amundsen
Should I invest in rental properties with my 401K?
Hello I have a 401k worth 250000 and I am retiring from company> Im 55 years old and want to buy some rental properties for my 2 kids to rent from me.. I need the income from the rental properties now and was cons...
Jack B.
Do you plan to make your money in RE then cash out?
For those of you who've been LL's for 5 or more years, do you intend to retire off real estate or make money via leverage then cash out and put the money in say, index funds?I myself do a bit of both. I will say I can...
Denise M. Tschida
How to set myself up for retirement from my day job in 5 years at 65?
I am seeking suggestions on how to prepare for retirement effectively. My aim is to maximize my monthly income to supplement my retirement fund (CalSTRS) after 25 years in education, within the next five years. Additi...
Jason Hawrylo
Roth Vs. Traditional IRA for a RE Investor (Passive Income)
While currently having a post tax Roth IRA and Pre Tax 403(b), I've always been more keen on the Roth and contribute more to my Roth (a lot more). But, the more I'm learning about taxes and brackets in retirement the...
Virginia Jones
Roth vs. traditional - Need help on which strategy is best
I've been listening to the "FIRE" community stating that it's best to max out pre-tax accounts and when you retire early, doing the conversions over to a Roth. This is assuming you will have a low enough income to be ...
Bill Hampton
IRS Announces 2018 Pension Plan Limits; 401k Contribution Limits
IRS Announces 2018 Pension Plan Limitations; 401(k) Contribution Limit Increases to $18,500 for 2018WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced cost of living adjustments affecting dollar limitations for...