Hello All, First time poster, just joined.  I have searched the site about rental capital gains and I believe I understand that you must live in the property 2 out of the last 5 years to escape capital gains tax.  How...

I am always interested when "best places" lists are published to see the effect it can have on growth of cities. I know in my city of Sioux Falls that when we have made it on many lists and it attracts people to reloc...

I know BP is mostly for RE, but does anyone here also invest in any franchises?  Seems like it could be as profitable if not more as a Re investment.  Also, could be a good way to diversify your investments and not pu...

Hey team, question on solar panels and their impact on resale value. Essentially, is it worth it? I had a consultation with a solar panel salesman today and he quoted me 29k for 18 panels, however the final price woul...

I'm interested in implementing the velocity banking startegy to pay down debt quickly.  However, I don't own a home or any property for that matter.  Can I set up an LLC for my business and build up my business credit...

Hi all:I own a coastal property in Moss Landing, CA that is currently rented and is an investment for me.  It is paid for and is one block from the beach at an elevation of only 17 feet above sea level.  It has not ha...

Got this in an email from a real-estate agent. With everything how it currently is, I can see how "they" would make this the new way for real-estate to be done. However, it does seem pretty harsh. Can anybody verify t...

.....howse that "Global Warming" theory workin fer ye? Are those darn "deniers" giving you a hard time now?

They were talking about it today on that dreaded cable news network all the high school dropouts and redne...

Hi all,
New member here from the Metro Detroit area! I’m currently working as an engineer but was thinking about going back to school for a masters degree in finance. I know it’s not necessary, but could it actually ...

There have been several discussions throughout Bigger Pockets.com about the legality of providing property locating services or "Bird Dogging" for REI's. I was thinking about this issue this morning and came up with a...