When combining section 121 gain and 1031 exchange, can you take out the section 121 gain or does it have to be included in the cost of the replacement property?For example, relinquished property is sold for $800K with...

I have three listings and several more in process, so selfishly, I wanted to start a thread where we comment on off the shelf software tools and best practices for managing listings when you have several or many.  Let...

Hi all, I am looking to start investing in multi family around Boston area. Specifically in Dorchester, Roxbury, Quincy, Chelsea and Everett. My plan is to invest in a 3 family home as primary residence. I am looking ...

One of the best examples I found this year as to why you need a property manager (especially in Colorado). This client chose not to use our services and instead, tried to self-manage their primary. This was the very f...

Our Pro membership just got better! We are excited to announce a new Pro Partner - Stessa - who helps investors manage and optimize their portfolios. Stessa brings accounting, tenant screening, financial reporting and...

When using hard money, how does the down payment work? Given that it's a reno and they seem to lend on ARV, the purchase price of the house is essentially taken care of. Do you then cut a check to the lender at closing?

Hi, I am in the middle of negotiations with a pretty motivated seller who is looking to sell me her duplex, but can’t seem to figure out the best win-win scenario for this one. The situation: The seller is pretty moti...

Hi there, I have some experience leasing for a little over a year, and I haven't run into this particular combination of issues until now. Context: As is baseline standard for screening, I require all applicants to pa...

How does one stay organized with rental property? Is there a specific software that you use ? Would love all suggestions!

My father has some annuities coming due this spring.  A couple of them(his + inherited from his wife) are held inside Roth IRAs.  It is my understanding that you can hold property inside a self directed Roth IRA.  It ...