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I am exploring potential markets to invest in as I diversify my real estate holdings and I'm curious if it makes any practical sense to look into investing in Canada (specifically Montreal) from the USA? I'm unsure of...
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I am strongly considering to invest in the US for buy and hold properties with good cash flowing possibilities, and potential growth. Which markets should I research? Are there laws that I should be aware of as a fore...
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I have been researching REI with IRA money. Here are some of my thoughts, and I would love to hear what you think? More importantly, what are you investing with your self directed IRA and why.There are many tax bene...
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I just finished EOY tax planning sessions with my clients, and Roth conversion was one of the topics. It reminded me how confused most investors are about Roth and prompted me to write this long post. Since Roth-relat...
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Hey guys, my situation is a little tricky so I was wondering if I could get some input from you all. This is kind of a “what would you do” question. Thanks for reading!Current situation:I have five townhomes in the Mi...
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I've got a good long-standing relationship w/ a guy who owns a commercial construction company. He's got a diverse and skilled staff on his payroll, and I know they've got the ability to do any sort of work that mi...
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Hello BP!I am considering purchasing a few SFR's in the greater Cleveland area (Euclid) and I've been made aware that the owner is responsible for paying the water and sewer bill. I was hoping to hear how some other ...
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Hi I'm going to be doing a 1031 exchange soonI wanted to ask and make sureIf I did about $30,000 in improvements being depreciated over 7-10 years on my old downleg propertyWould this be forwarded to the Depreciation ...
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Unemployment claims are inching down, the economy’s Q2 numbers were revised up a bit, and the sentiment in the articles I see all point to a recovery. Is this election propaganda or are we actually seeing what will...
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Seeking input regarding use of SD IRA funds for REI. Have been using my SD IRA funds for funding flips over the past year, completing 3 with success. I have no issue with this method, easy enough on my end, so no co...