Chris Eidson
Owning vs. renting in light of new tax law
In light of the new tax law, fewer and fewer will be itemizing. Therefore, the traditional tax breaks for the primary residence are a moot point (i.e. property taxes, mortgage interest, etc.).It makes me think that I...
Daniel Wood
Investing in real estate with no (and low) money down - questions
Hi, I am new to the BiggerPockets platform (both forum and podcasts) and recently took an interest in real estate investment. A quick background. I am a 24-year-old college graduate. I majored in Construction Manageme...
Daniel Oh
House Hacking As An 18-year-old?
So I just turned 18 (about a month ago) and I want to move out and I've been looking at ways to support my own housing etc. I have a couple part time jobs and I've been working and saving my money up. I live in South...
Dmytro K.
Bay Area: Buy and live OR Rent + Buy Out Of State
Hi everyone, looking for some thoughts from members of biggerpockets.Our situation is:We are a married couple, live in the Bay Area for last 4 years (moved to US from Ukraine), have no kids, work in tech, getting tire...
Michael VerBout
Purchasing pre-foreclosure from a relative
I have a relative who is going through foreclosure. They are content with letting it go. Are there any options I have before the Sheriff's sale to purchase the property? I know short sale is out of the question (or...
Tyler Villaroman
How do you “run the numbers” on a duplex or rental property?
I am currently saving up money (about 82% of my income a month) for a down payment for my first rental property in which I plan to house hack to pay for the mortgage. In the meantime I wanted to practice finding a goo...
Jorge Guerrero
Owe more than house is worth?
I was talking to one of my friends, and he was telling me how one of his co-worker is going through a tough situation. He owes about 115k on the home, but it is only worth about 85k. Can a real estate investor find a ...
Frank M.
Owner owes back taxes and is about to be foreclosed on
Hey guys! I have a strategy/financing question. I am curious how to approach a homeowner that is about to lose their house due to 8k in back taxes that they cannot afford. They want to stay in the home as it has speci...
Alessandro Pascucci
5 years job - Rent or Buy ? (Fort Myers, Florida)
I am moving in Fort Myers for work and the project forecast is 5 years.I am not sure if buying would be the best option if, after the project will be completed, I will need to move in another location.Is the rent a v...
Alexander Ray
Most Newbie Question- What are the components of a mortgage?
?: What are the components of a mortgage, is it only interest, principal, tax and insurance? How do I reduce each one of these costs? Does anyone have any strategies they can share? Any Oklahoma based strategies?Hey e...