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I have a 401k from a previous employer and interested in the idea of using a portion of those funds for long term returns (buy and hold rental properties). I have two questions.1. How does a self directed IRA differ...
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If I am actively contribute to my 401k with my current employer, is that mean I can't convert that to self directed 401k?
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So I've been looking into potentially investing with the intention of a STR and have come up with a few questions1) is it basically a given that no HOA would allow that (my current doesn't)?1a) If that's not the assum...
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I am thinking about an SD IRA for the purchase of a rental property and my question is, I know that all of the rent payment goes back into the IRA but once it is paid off does the payment continue to go into the IRA o...
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Hi BP, The company I work for was just bought out and I have a chance to roll my 401K into a self directed IRA. Im looking for a host that offers IRAs that can hold real estate, rental properties and syndication. Is t...
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I've started up my wholesaling business recently, and in addition to all the investors, hard money lenders, and wholesalers I've met, I come across many short sales specialists. My focus is 100% on wholesaling, but I'...
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Hi Everyone,
I've tried searching through the forums for some info on this, but haven't found anything concrete, so figured I'd ask.
My question is whether you need to bump up normal assumptions, RE mai...
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Hello Everyone, I am located in Killeen, Texas and planning my next investment. We currently own 1, 4 Plex and am working on strategizing the purchase of the next one. I want to house hack the next 4plex with a conve...
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We have half a dozen rental units (homes & townhomes). We have generally prohibited allowing pets. However, I see many postings saying that it can be a wise strategy to allow them in rentals.
We were recently wei...
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G'dy all
I'm moving to Dallas, Texas from Australia, where I've gained extensive experience in real estate. While I'm well-versed in the Australian market, the U.S. market is completely new to me. I've read numerou...