I am in the process of selling a duplex I purchased in '06. During a recent appraisal they mentioned that they couldn't find if it could be replaced if destroyed; turns out the zoning was changed in '08 and the city d...
Hey BP Team!Looking for some advice on how to minimize taxes in CA. Here are the facts:1. High income W-2 ($400k+) earner and would like to keep my job.2. Own 3 LTR properties all in CA under a Trust.3. My spouse and ...
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Hi everyone!I am buying a 2 stories SFR in a R1 zone in LA. It's a "faux" duplex and the price does reflect that fact. 2Bd/1Ba upstairs 2Bd/2Ba downstairs. Each floor has it's separate entrance, and living spaces (inc...
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Hello BP community! First BP forum post and I could really use your help!I'm trying to evaluate a potential deal involving a 2.2 acre lot located in a flood plane in Harford County, Md. There is a SFH on the property ...
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Up to this point I haven't done seller financing at all, however in order to grow my rental business I think I might need to start looking at it more. A investment colleague was telling me the absolute wonders of mast...
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I'm Kelly and I'm brand new to the forum! I'm really excited to have found it, as it's already motivated me to pursue my dreams of full time investing. I understand that comes with lots of work though. My...
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Hi all,My name is Kevin and I'm currently working at a bank in Cleveland and actively dreaming about diving into real estate investing. I am interested in building a portfolio of rental properties with the hopes that...
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Hey guys! I was wondering about what experiences you guys have with setting up partnerships and investing with many people, say to start out with 1 to 5 other people… I know REITS have a lot of potential, though you n...
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I've had a SFH rental for 6 years now but am eager to acquire more. The BRRRR method is my initial focus as I have background in construction, previously running a part time rehab/remodeling business. Moving to the ...
A "Valuation" question for my fellow professionals; how do you guys handle commercial & multi-family appraisals and valuations (BPOs) in the transactions do you? Any and all feedback is welcome! Thanks, John H Ack...