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HiI bought two properties this year and sold them for a profit. It is my understanding the profit from those flips will be treated as active income and subject to self employment tax. However I didn't even lift a fing...
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So I've scoured BP and the web on self-directed IRAs and have gotten a bunch of useful information. Unfortunately the information I was able to find was mostly on setting one up and general guidelines on how to operat...
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Today I own two properties, one is a long-term rental and the other being my primary resident. I am looking to buy a third within the next 6-18 months as a long term rental. I am leaning towards just getting a proper...
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I hear many investors express dissatisfaction with their property management company - or at least a level of satisfaction that varies quite a bit. With programs like www.rentredi.com (and others), it appears as thoug...
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Definitely many legal issues at play here, but I'll give my side of the story before starting this process to see what you guys think (besides the fact that I'm incredibly stupid & naive for breaking numerous rule...
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"I have no bookings for February" (biggerpockets.com)Looking forward to thoughts on this!
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Does anyone have any experience with short term rentals (resorts)? Do you manage it yourself or hired somebody?
Thanks,
J.
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So here's the deal: My mother (the money) and I would like to buy some properties together, with any rent profits distributed unequally to us both (let's say 90/10 in favor of my mother), with the understanding that ...
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i just opened up a roth ira in feburary,its only worth $1,000. Anyone know how to self direct it into a real estate investment account? most online site i visited wanted a high fee.one i called wanted between $350-$3000
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Hi,
I finally have my first out of state rental and am wondering....
Do I hire a property manager to lease the property and self manage or do I use a tenant screening service such as Rentprep or just go with Rentred...