David Rutledge
Best Cities to invest in
Hi Everyone,I am a CA resident and I am looking to invest in a buy and hold property outside of CA due to the expensive prices here.I am looking for positive cash blow with the hope of an added bonus of long term appr...
Michael Plaks
EXPLAINED: can I apply "STR loophole" strategy in December?
I'm writing this in December 2024, when every other question asked on the Bigger Pockets tax forum is about STRs. If you're not sure what the fuss is all about, read this older post first:https://www.biggerpockets.com...
Nat C.
Bonus commission from buyer to listing agent?
I went and saw a property today that came up on the MLS. I called the listing agent and said I want to submit an offer at list price. So we made plans to meet tomorrow. Then she sends me a text and asks if I can do bo...
Jay Pillalamarri
Need to show 250K loss. Strategies?
I'm doing tax planning for the next year. Looking for strategic guidance from an investments standpoint (of course I'll work with my CPA on the details)-
1. My individual taxable income in 2021 (after all deductions)...
Account Closed
Beginning Developer
Over the years, I have purchased SFR property on large lots. These deals have always cash flowed well, but these purchases were also made with the idea of further developing the properties.
One property can easily b...
Kristine Corneiller Stein
Buying foreclosure
We moved into a rental that our realtor arranged for us through a client who was in default with her mortgage. Our intentions were to be short term but instead we decided we loved the area and wanted to short sale, a...
Chris Clothier
Purchased directly from bank
I recently purchased 3 properties directly from a local bank and wanted to share it as an idea for other investors. I have had a borrowing relationship with this bank, but do not have any significant accounts with th...
Matthew Muller
Looking For Advice to Start Investing
Hello Bigger Pockets Community, I know some of you may be really busy building your real estate career so this will only take a few minutes to read. My name is Matthew. I live in the Indianapolis area and looking to s...
Kyle Fairbanks
Using FHA 3.5% Down or Conventional in this Scenario.
Currently looking to purchase a property in the San Diego State University area to house hack. Stuck inbetween using the FHA 3.5% down payment to purchase a much more expensive property (duplex etc.)as property apprec...
Jack B.
Appreciation on single family homes vs multi family
I have read that MFH are valued via their cash flows, not the typical supply and demand that SFH are valued by. That said, I'm considering selling my portfolio of SFH to buy a huge apartment complex, a few million buc...