Kim Hopkins
Correct Definition of "Return" in Return on Equity (ROE) & Return on Investment (ROI)
Hello! I've put together a portfolio KPI calculator for our properties and am now realizing that I'm unclear on the best definition of "return" to use in calculations for things like Return on Equity (ROE) and Return ...
Stuart M.
Expense Real Estate Taxes on Sched A before in-service?
Can you put the real estate taxes on your schedule A while the property is undergoing renovations, before the property is placed in-service? I was under the impression that you cannot, that they must be added to the ...
Scott Trench
Are you Pro or Against 401(k)?
A recent article that I wrote on the BP blog received some criticism because I suggest that a 401(k) is one of the best ways to increase your net worth.This strategy was criticized by a couple of readers and I thought...
Mark S.
20 Years to $20K/month Passive Income
At 30 years old, I would consider myself a little bit late to the real estate investing party (although, I'm sure others might disagree). In my 20s, I have been fortunate enough to have decent full-time positions in ...
Jil Tin
Debt or Leverage of Low interest,what is best plan before retire
Debt or Leverage of Low interest, what is best plan before retirement?we live in California, have primary home and a rental home. I have 530k balance primary home first mortgage locked 3.5% for 30 years (PITI=$3263), ...
Jeff Caravalho
SD IRA (or solo401K) question
Hi BP,2 part question: 1. Can I start an SD IRA (or solo4 401K) without forming an LLC (fees would destroy ROI). I am looking to invest in performing mortgage notes that are passive (no trading, note terms longer tha...
Spencer Harvey
BRRRR lending DTI question
Hello,I'm currently in the process of trying to add a rehab property to my portfolio and use the BRRRR method on it. I have a HELOC on my primary residence that I plan to use as the 25% downpayment, then finance the r...
Mark S.
FIRE Strategy for High Income Earners
Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE). It seems to be everywhere these days. I just heard on a podcast that there is a movie coming out in a few months about the FIRE movement - which sounds awesome. I'm sure ...
Keaton Walkowiak
Being approved for a loan
Hi! I am a 17 year old named Keaton and I have been learning about the real estate world for almost a year now, and I am nearing the stages of buying my first multifamily home. I am looking to buy a rental once I am...
Juan Pablo Murillo
Title - LLC transfer
My business partner and I are buying a rental property (2bd/1ba) in Michigan. We’ve also formed an LLC in the same state. We’ve been preapproved for conventional financing. Because our LLC is new, we’re using personal...