Hoang Bui
Which General Contractor to Go With?
So I recently acquired a triplex on an FHA loan, and I am planning to remodel the unit where I will be occupying. I received three quotes for my remodeling project, but I am having a bit of a tough time trying to deci...
Ray Hurteau
new to BP - investor in MA (greater boston) & southern NH
Greetings! Being my first post, I would like to thank you for reading this post.
ABOUT ME:
My name is Ray Hurteau and I'm originally from Orange, CT. I became an Eagle Scout at age 16, graduated from Northeastern U...
Amy L.
What is the best way to pass real estate to your heirs?
Does anyone know how best to transfer real estate to your heirs? DO you create a trust or something?
Tom Wheelwright
What Does It Mean To Be A Real Estate Professional?
If you own rental real estate, there are three different ways to treat your rental losses depending on your status. One of these is "Real Estate Professional."
First, let's dispense with one myth: Real Estate Profes...
Jill Johns
Creating a website
Hi there. So I've (we've) been a member here at BP for a couple weeks now, but I've kind of been MIA for the last week or so. I've finished reading the Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing and I'll soon ...
Tom Hertz
Rental Property Purchased with IRA
I would like to purchase a property with funds from my IRA to use as a rental property. I know there are rules regarding who I can and cannot rent to (like family members). I would like to do a lot of the managemen...
Nathan Platter
Canadian using RRSP (401K/IRA) money to JV an American houseflip?
People InvolvedThe friend (Alfonso) is a born-and-raised Canadian citizen and resides there 100% of the year. I'm an American (Minneapolis, Minnesota MN)The Intended DealAlfonso and I want to JV (Joint venture) a hous...
John Fuller
New Member in the Los Angeles Area
Hello! My name is John, and I am from the Los Angeles area. I am just starting on the Bigger Pockets site and I am VERY impressed by the supportive attitude that comes through from everyone. Seems like such a great...
Brandon Holtzinger
Interesting situation - Habitat for Humanity house
**If you don't want to read the whole thing the big question at the end is:
Is it wrong to pay off a Habitat for Humanity house as quickly as possible (about 5 years for us) then rent it out to help make mone...
Scott Trench
Really THINK About What You are Saying if You Think Rates Are Coming Back Down
I continue to have arguments with close friends and colleagues about where rates are headed in the next year. And, while it's anyone's guess, I just continue to think that some investors are a little crazy/deluded to ...