I have 2 homes where my money is buried alive. I am trying to refi to free up money so that I can purchase a new home but the banks say that they will not refi my loan. Is there other ways to using equity to get a loan?

I am rehabbing a bungalow that's around 1200 sq ft. that is currently 2 bed and 2 baths. Was considering changing one of the baths back to a bedroom as it looks like it originally was.  Is there more value in a 3rd be...

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Hi! I just bought my first duplex as a househack and was wondering what you all thought about the deal so far!Details:Price: $197,500Loan: 186,855Mortgage: 1150Interest rate: 2.875%I live in one side and the other ren...

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I'm in my early 50's and I am a single dad. I moved from California to Washington state. I kept my Ca home and have it rented out...

Hello BP. I'm seeking advice on purchasing a Triplex. This is my first multifamily and having trouble figuring out what is my MAO. Owner says it is worth $150k but she will not provide an appraisal. Honestly, I think ...

Does IRS publish the various codes (maybe a book or a pdf document) that I can read up ? I am interested in knowing more about Tax saving techniques via RE investing. 

Hello all,We are looking to buy a condo in Austin area for us to live in for the next 5-6 years. But the condo price is $350k for 2000 sq ft. Not sure if it retains the value over a period of 10 years.We are also look...

I’m currently looking for my first property that I plan to rent out for 8 months as a STR/MTR and live in the other 4 months. I am curious wether buying a townhouse vs a stand alone home will change the amount of reve...

Hello All,Here's my situation:1st unit - no mortgage2nd unit - has a mortgage3rd unit - looking to buy and use as a primary resident for a few yearsQuestions:1) can I 1031 x/c the 1st unit to pay off the mortgage of t...