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I have read through a lot of posts and have been able to pick up bits and pieces but I am hoping you can either point me to a thread that defines what a good property management company does or should do or maybe m...
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We are about to move out of our home and rent it out. If we want to fix it up (replace stove, microwave, A/C unit), are these expenses tax deductible while we are living here? Our first tenants move in next month. ...
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I was told by a colleague that HUD will increase your rent by 5% each year if you make a request for the increase. Has anyone gone through this process if so what is it I need to do to get this 5% increase? Thanks in ...
Thank you for your earlier commentary of the 1031 exchange rules. I wanted to pose a real situation to get a more realistic feedback - if anyone would care to comment. My brother and I stand to receive a SFR as an in...
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I would like to get started investing on real estate. Ive looked at several auctions and while they have good deals. Ive noticed is possible to approach a home owner and work something out with them before theyre fore...
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Hey BP,
I wanted to ask the BP community a question regarding the difference between a real estate holding company and an REIT.
I've researched REITs and what the legal requirements are in order to be c...
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Hi.I've told from my lender that I already maxed out and won't be able to buy more property unless report more income for 2020.Question; is there any other way besides of reporting more income,to get approved for anot...
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Hey BP. I had a friend post this on the facepage. (Facebook). They are renting the home and the landlord has called and complained to the HOA multiple times about the trash not being picked up. Trash pick up is part o...
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Hi,
Was hoping a seasoned AirBNB professional could point me in the right direction.
I am exploring the idea of leasing luxury property in the Lake Tahoe, CA area for the winter season in the 5-20k/mo range and re...
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Hello BP community,I am about 11 hours away from letting my 1031 exchange fail after much back and forth. To defer all taxes, I would need to reinvest at least 250K. Currently, my QI is holding about 110 in capital,...