Hello,I am a huge fan of these BP forums and have learned so much! I feel like I am in the "analysis paralysis" stage though as I have been studying real estate investing for over 5 years now.I first was interested in...

If I were to form an LLC with a partner, what would be the best route to take as far as tax benefits are concerned. Let's assume our strategy is to focus on the purchasing of distressed properties, fixing them up, and...

The Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a terrific tax entity. The number one reason is its flexibility. Specifically, an LLC can be taxed as:

- a sole proprietorship
- a partnership
- a C corporation
- an S corporati...

Hi everyone, I am an agent and would like to buy my first home, (the irony, I know) I've done quite well my first year in the business, however I want to know if it is possible to qualify after only 1 year of tax retu...

I live in California and currently acquiring an apartment complex with friends in Texas. Where would it make the more sense to incorporate the holding LLC, Delaware, California or Texas?

Wow! Our last poll had over 700 responses! Because I think the last poll generated a ton of interest, I'm going to start doing this regularly until someone stops me or I run out of questions to ask :) This week, the p...

Hi Folks, I really need some advice.I have three SFH rental properties now. They generate about 1200 bucks in Cashflow (after mortgages, fallow, etc) total. I am ready to pick up a few more, and really want to start l...

Hey BP Community,I've got a pretty straight-forward tax question (BUT...all my internet research has not been able to give me a clear-cut answer).  I have an LLC and was about to apply for an EIN on the IRS website bu...

As a Mexican real estate agent living in Canada and with a presence in the United States, one of the most common questions I hear in the investor community is: "Can foreigners buy real estate in Mexico?"
The answer i...

Good Afternoon BP community,I'm starting to try and build my real estate team. I currently have an accountant however he isn't too familiar with real estate investing so I was hoping to find someone who has a bit more...