Am I throwing money down the drain by putting it in an IRA?I'm looking at 30yrs before retirement; assuming a 5% yearly stock market appreciation I'd have to put about $2,440 dollars into an IRA every single month for...

I was hoping to use Quicken Loans and FHA for my first 4 properties.  Turns out a 4 unit multi family is considered 4 properties or at least that is what I was told.  I have some emails and calls out for portfolio loa...

Toying with the idea of developing a project which would be targeted at tradespeople/smaller contractor. Each tenant (or partner, not sure of the structure yet) would have their own office space (approx 200 sq ft), a...

I'm a little stuck and could use some opinions on the matter.  Every article or post I read seems to contradict the last to some degree, and each answer seems to create 2 questions.  I am under the impression that for...

The repairs have far exceeded our budget. HELOC application is in progress but a VERY long lead time. Looking for financing to keep repairs moving forward. Any suggestions? 

Hi,
I am a physician employed at a university hospital with W2 income. I have 403 and 457 retirement accounts through my employer.
I plan to get my real estate broker license this year and I wonder if I am eligible ...

I currently have a LLC registered in the state of Illinois. If I were to buy an out of state property, what's the best way to go about holding that property? Can I hold it in my Illinois registered LLC or should I cre...

I own 3 rental properties in different states and am looking to protect my personal assets.  I thought that LLC would be my best option, but I've also been told  that if the LLC is in you own name with you as the mana...

Hey all,I have been a long time member of Bigger Pockets, but mainly just a lurker. I am looking to get more involved and become a part of this seemingly amazing community. When I ask myself about Real Estate, there's...

Hello BP, I've read some of the books (BP and others), listened to some podcasts, and am zeroing in on a workable strategy to buy and hold (waffling between single family and small multi-family to start).  If one thin...