Bryan R.
Save 9% on your taxes!? Section 199 Deduction
I can't find much discussion of this, which makes me suspect I haven't actually stumbled onto some magical tax loophole. But what discussion I can find seems to indicate it applies to some real estate activities. Hopi...
Account Closed
Excavate land costs vs Downward slope hillside
Question for seasoned developers.
My partner and I develop in the Los Angeles area and we are currently building our first project on hillside downward slope.
With that said we looked at another lot today but it i...
Maxwell Manatt
Is this estimate reasonable?
Hi everyone. I own a property (duplex) in Little Rock. I got an estimate for installing a french drain and water guard with a sump pump. The total amount is $6,650! The price for just the sump pump seems a lot but I a...
La'Terrius Campbell
What is a SBA Loan, and have you used one?
Why would you implements a SBA Loan on a investment property? Can anyone tell a time they have used one, and what the deal looked like?
Adam Melon
Coin operated laundry
What brand do you guys use when purchasing coin operated washers and dryers for your multifamilies? What price point should I be spending on these?Would you consider buying used machinery?How much do you charge per us...
Boris Suchkov
Pool Demo Steps and Sample Contract
I'm looking to demolish and fill in a non-functioning pool. Having no experience with this, I would like to learn what are the steps involved so that I can better negotiate with a company that specializes in this, or ...
Daren H.
Why do most describe rising house prices as “Appreciation”?
Why aren’t rising house prices described as Inflation? Inflation is generally looked at as a bad thing. Appreciation of home prices is viewed as a good thing. If I am a homebuyer buying today as opposed to 8 years ago...
Jeff Nichols
Short Term Loan from Friend 6k for Six Months
I’m getting a loan from a friend for 6k for six months for a 1000 fee to help close a house I’m flipping. Should I use a lawyer or just write up an agreement and both of Sign?
Chris Seveney
Happy Thanksgiving - Lets Stir The Pot With My Unpopular Opinion
Lets get right to it. Real Estate should not be depreciated.
Depreciation is one of the most beloved tools in real estate investing, but let’s take a moment to challenge the norm: Should real estate even qualify for ...
Travis C.
Commercial loan terms?
I have never taken a loan out on any rentals I have purchased(I own 4 rental houses) but recently was approached about buying a multiple unit property. I inquired at one of the banks I have accounts at but never had ...