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Is it better to buy a house before the year is over to lower my taxes? I am a home owner and am interested in purchasing my first rental but am curious if it will affect my taxes to purchase now instead of after the n...
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Starting in Real Estate next year...Is there something that you wish you knew earlier in your investing career? Trying to determine where to focus my attention learning more about a topic.
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Hello BP, I recently got approved to purchase a quadplex for 275k but Iwas only approved when they included the rental income from the other units. The property was renovated and then put directly back on the market, ...
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Hey everyone,Im trying to find ways to find a deal and thought I should call or mail the owner who is about 3weeks or more away from the court auction foreclosure. As i have been doing the research and lurking posts, ...
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I hate to beat a dead horse. I’ve read most of the previous posts about this topic but I am still scratching my head. I bought a home with my own cash and through a hard money lender. It didn’t need much repairs so I ...
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I'm debating if this would work well to have applicants apply before showing the property. I don't do an application fee as I get background checks for almost free so it wouldn't cost them anything and it would probab...
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Hello to everyone! I’m 19 years old and have a credit score of 750+ but only had it for about 10 months. I’m looking forward to buying my first property this year but still feel like there’s so much to learn before do...
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Wondering if I should be buying an investment property instead of a primary residence first. I am currently renting. Thoughts?
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2 out of 3 units are occupied. 203k closing is looking closer and clearer. They are month to month under market rent. Plus it will be a hassle renovating while occupied. Should I wait till after closing to discuss the...
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Am I allowed as the homeowner to bill the tenant when the lease is completed for not cleaning the home? All of my other tenants have cleaned the home (as required in the lease) and left it in nice condition, the tenan...