I have a self directed 401K which would allow me to buy real estate inside the plan. I have a local friend that invests and he hold RE outside his retirement plan. I am curious as to the pros and cons of both avenues....

what is the advantage and disadvantage of metal roof in Ohio?

We are looking at doing a live-in flip and I'm wondering how people would suggest doing the calculation for holding costs. I'm planning on getting a 15 year mortgage and living in it for two years to avoid capital gai...

Looking forward to the general discussion on this. When you compare the numbers on a flip vs a BRRRR, I have a hard time seeing why you would go the flip route unless you’re strictly looking to build capital as fast a...

So I do day trading at home - it uses to be an apartment but it was a good year and I bought a house outright.Can I deduct the space I utilize in my home as a business expense on next year's taxes?Also do I need a bus...

Hey everyone,It has been a while since I posted on BP and am glad to be back. I've been busy with life and work etc etc. Anyway I've got a questions for your Clevelanders or whatever you call people from there (no off...

Quick flip w $75k profit or keep $600 month positive CashFlow ?

Street car complete in 3.5 yrs great location...in KS MO

Need some advice: I’m a buy and hold investor but I’ve been wanting to fix and flip and came across what I think is a good deal. Can someone more experienced advise me on this?
ARV: $158k (according to Prop Stream)
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The fixed rates I've been encountering have been a little higher than the adjustable rates. I know this question is a little vague, but how do I approach comparing the two? At this point, it seems like a gamble to try...

Quick version: Can I cash out refi to a commercial loan and then refi back to a conventional mortgage? Realizing the obvious spending of closing costs, are there other down sides or obstacles preventing me from doing ...