Nicholas K.
Fund Down Payment w/ HELOC, Stock Purchase Plan, or 401K Loan?
Hi all,Long-time lurker but first time poster :) I'm looking to buy my first deal and feel lucky enough to have a few options to fund a down payment. I'd like the community's advice/perspective on any of these options...
Frank DiMilo
Is it worth it? Numbers behind STR vs. Stocks/Index Fund
Hi, I'm interested in getting into real estate, and I started modeling out some numbers based on a potential vacant rental in Florida (and some other places as well). I wanted to ask the Pros here because, given what...
Dalia D.
What does 1st Lien Really Mean when Foreclosure is Looming?
Hi. Quite new to performing partial note acquisitions. Evaluated 4 offers, I've decided to focus on WA State to make it easier on my passive investments - I just have to know local laws.... What is foreclosure proce...
Nick E.
Is positive cash flow possible?
Hi all,I'm new to this forum and have have a few questions I'd like to get your opinions on. Situation: I'm interested in purchasing a 2 bedroom apartment anywhere in the US, which I would rent out over many years.Fir...
Jason Sperling
Cash out 401k/IRA or mutual funds/stocks to make first purchase
New REI. Trying to decide whether I should cash out my 401k and IRA or my mutual funds and stocks to get the down for my first rental property. I have about the same $$ in each, and both seem to be performing about th...
Gary Parilis
short-term loan from 401k for rehab
I'm investigating various options for short-term cash for rehabs. A loan for 401k looks like a good option. Any gotchas to worry about? Below are the rates charged in one of my accounts (Fidelity). As I understand it,...
Guy Laclair
Looking to invest in Atlanta Area
I am starting to investigate the Atlanta Market for buy and hold. Would love to know your thoughts on different areas around Atlanta. I am hoping to get at least a 1% return on a home which was built after 1990. The h...
Saul Arredondo
Mutual funds for saving?
Hello so I'm 23 years old and my plan is to invest in real estate small multi family properties
As for now I'm am just saving up to be able to put in a down payment of 20%
I have a friend who is suggesting I put my...
Steve S.
Self Directed IRA Funds - Are people still using these?
I was just curious how often people are using these for real estate investments? I know the stock market has been rallying so are people pulling the money out or leaving it in for the stock gains?
Wesley C.
Where do you keep cash reserves?
There is no right or wrong answer to this question, but I would be interested to know where you guys keep short to medium term cash that you are holding between deals. That is to say, you sell a property and you have...