Marc Shin
How to prove that an activity performed was "material participation" in real estate
Hello. I'm going to keep track of my real estate activities in management of an STR, and will track the activities using an activity log. My question is - how do I prove in the time log that I performed a particular ...
Chris Magistrado
Cybersecurity, Recruiting, or Real Estate?
Hey BP,
I'll be quick since I don't want to waste anyone's time. I've read many of the BiggerPockets books like - House Hacking- Flipping- Estimating Rehabs- Multifamily Millionaire Book I and II- How to Invest in Re...
Vicki Scheibla
Dual agency rules for the buyer and the seller. wondering about..
just a general question when it comes to dual agency. It is my understanding that with a dual agent (and i am the buyer) that the dual agent's duty/loyalty is to the seller, correct? so the question that i have is ...
Lyle Cooper
Condo Board reluctant to share Financial records
I own a condo in NYC and I am about to undertake a kitchen renovation project. Total renovation cost will $20,000. The condo board wants the higher of 3% or $6000 as an alteration fee. Another $6000 puts the job al...
Jacob Wiltshire
Can I depreciate assets which came with the property I purchased?
I just purchased some real estate for $390K. Within that real estate I have a number of assets. Can they be depreciated? Example:January 2021 fridgeJanuary 2020 AC Unit 2016 washer and dryer Furnace, etc.If I can depr...
Owen Dashner
Best Productivity Ideas for Home and Business During Quarantine
Best ideas to stay productive and sane during the 2020 Corona Smackdown:
Home:1. Declutter! Go through closets, wardrobes, toys, garages, etc. and make piles of trash, donate, keep. Shelters and families can use your...
Stephen Rager
Interviewing Real Estate Attorneys
Hello All, Look for suggestions of questions for interviewing a Real Estate Attorney. Just like other people in our network, what do you suggest I ask the Attorneys? I'm not sure how to screen if an Attorney is wort...
Chris Farinella
The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs by J Scott
About to start the second edition edited in, I believe, 2018. Does anyone have any thoughts on whether or not the content has become obsolete or remains relevant? I’m currently reading, listening, and learning and pla...
Sherry Z.
Cordova Neighborhood Outlook
Greeting BP Memphis Community! I'm looking at single family house for long term rental. I'd appreciate any insight on 38018 Cordova neighborhood from the locals, in particular the area just a little north of Mullins S...
Brett Fox
Better Investment Strategy? (Better usage of money)
I'm sure there is some type of formula for this but thought i'd post it here for some feedback. I am trying to determine which of the following 2 options gives me the better return on my investment. There's a good ...