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Investors seeking to optimize their assets, defer taxes on large capital gains, and secure their financial future often explore various trust structures to achieve their objectives. Two popular options that have gaine...
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Is cashing out a 401K to invest in RE a terrible idea?According to an online early cash out calculator, I'd be paying a hefty fine and taxes on the balance, receiving less than half the current balance. I've been con...
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Well BP, I have pretty much had enough.... of my job, that is.I am quitting my job tomorrow. I am 25 years old and have a job that pays about 80K per year. I didn't always have that job though. Other than last year I ...
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Hi All,It's a pleasure to join all of you in your financial goals, and potentially passions and careers. I am a young Engineer (recent grad) with some knowledge in financial investing looking to get into real estate. ...
Hello all,I just looked at my profile and realized it's been nearly 2 years since I've joined the BP community! It's crazy how quick the time goes when you're focused on your goals. When I first joined BP, I filled ou...
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Can anyone recommend a good agent for multi-family commercial in North Florida? Looking in G'ville and Jax.Rob
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As we plan for financial independence, and calculating our target financial goal, one big (unkown) piece of the puzzle is health insurance costs. Any advice on coverage costs/options? Podcasts rarely ask this question...
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I have not posted here in over a year but I had to come back and thank you all for what you have done. You all may not realize it but everyones discussions and opinions have encouraged me to get where I am today. A ...
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Hey Bigger Pockets!
After listening to both the money and real estate podcasts for the last year or so I decided to join the forums (a little while ago) and I’m finally getting around to introducing myself.
My name...
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BP community, I could use your wisdom. A few years ago we bought two 3 bedroom two bath houses for 220k and 289k. They are now both worth about $350-360k. Both are CF positive. Equity is $195k in one and $155k in the ...