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Portland area. Early 50s, 2 kids in college and one in high school. Looking for the next phase in our lives. We've always been real estate junkies and so it's a natural fit to try our hand at investing. Long term goal...
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I just was shocked when I heard from my dentist friend today. He had met with his CPA and the CPA told hime since he was making a lot of money and also owned the building his practice was in- he is not entitled to any...
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Howdy! Looking into using equity in my home to start investing. From what I understand, TX has some rules that I need to be aware of. HEL can be up to 80% of value, and HELOC up to 50%.My home is worth about $750K....
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Today, I made an offer on my second property. (Haven't gotten one under contract yet.)The discussion I had with my realtor might benefit you guys, so I'll share it.The property was a trustee sale; AKA the owner died a...
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We own a property that is in a flood plane and difficult to sell, to date.... better to rent? Total rehab and sound contracting and trades... like to get the money out and move on rather than rent and wait on my ROI....
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Just finish listening to Episode 196 with Brandon Hall who is a licensed CPA. He mentioned that forming an LLC is important. What are the benefits of forming an LLC for rental properties?
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I have 5 properties in two states and have moderate cash flow at this time. (Although It's is growing in the right direction:-)I am exploring issues about forming a shell company and putting the properties in an serie...
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Investment Info:
Retail commercial investment investment.
A prime commercial property located in the heart of Downtown Morganton, near the courthouse and surrounded by thriving businesses. The building featu...
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Investment Info:
Retail commercial investment investment.
A prime commercial property located in the heart of Downtown Morganton, near the courthouse and surrounded by thriving businesses. The building featu...
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Investment Info:
Retail commercial investment investment.
A prime commercial property located in the heart of Downtown Morganton, near the courthouse and surrounded by thriving businesses. The building featu...