Thomas Paine
Buying real estate with a friend
Hello. Two friends want to buy a property together. One person lives very close to the property (4plex) and has a lot of experience managing properties because he owns other properties over many years. The other has n...
Libby Tucker
Structuring LLC and upside with multiple parties
I'm looking to nail down a good deal structure for my situation. After a ton of research it seems that it just comes down to a case by case basis. So, here's my case:I have a co-living business. I'm looking for pro...
Josh L.
Installing dimmer switch
I was skimming a real estate book about increasing value of your income property in the bookstore, and it mentioned how much of a difference changing the light on/off switch to a dimmer switch would be.Does it really ...
Darian Sanayei
Building a ADU in backyard
I’m trying to build a ADU in my backyard. I am doing owner builder so hiring subs for each job. I have been struggling finding fair priced reliable contractors in my area. If anyone knows a good go to in Temecula Cali...
Marc Littmann
The Fair Tax
This is my first forum question, so thought I'd start out with something light, such as tax reform. I just re-read "The Fair Tax Book" by Neil Boortz and former Congressman Hal Linder. Has anyone read this book y...
Matt Dines
Tax basis help on $3M California residence inherited b/w trusts!
Hi Forum,I have a complicated tax situation and am looking for general guidance or a referral to a real estate accountant in California who can help answer.Facts:The property is a California residence appraised at $3M...
Kerrie Carre
Rental loss
My husband and I own 6 rental properties. His sister and 3 children moved into one fully intending to pay rent. However she fell ill, lost her job, and has not paid but a few months rent this year. Of course my questi...
Ryan Kawash
Investing in Condos in Vernon, NJ
Hey guys, so, this year I plan on buying my first rental property. I live in the Hudson Valley in NY. I live about 20 min away from Minerals Spa and Resort.. Right next to the resort, There's these relatively cheap ...
Carrie Giordano
How do you factor inspection costs of unbought homes?
Hello,How do you factor inspection costs on unbought homes. I've backed out of two deals this year when the inspections showed too many unknown issues. I pay for it out of my "real estate reserves" so do I count that ...
Kenneth Smith
Property Management Software
Hi,What is the best property management software on the market for landlord with 25 unit?