Patrick Philip
What's the first step to building something?
At some point, I know I want to have something built. Most likely a hotel, but could be SFH's, or maybe all of the above.Is the first step to go to an architect? Will they help me design the building as well? What are...
Traftin T.
STR arbitrage insurance for landlords
Hi all -Does anyone have a recommendation for obtaining insurance for a landlord that's willing to allow for STR arbitrage? I know there are policies that allow for STR's, but haven't found one that will cover a landl...
Darren Gregory
Capital gains within California
Hello,I am selling my house in Oakland Ca. and moving to San Diego Ca. A friend told me there may be a way to defer capital gains taxes if purchasing a home within a certain time frame. Does anyone know anything about...
Nav S.
Question on capital gains tax on multi-family sale
Hello :I have a 2 family property near Boston, MA that I would like to sell.I was using 1 unit as primary residence for just over 2 years before I had to relocate in mid 2016.Currently both units are rented out and he...
Account Closed
What do you make your tenants agree to in order to protect yourself and your property?
I am concerned about my liability in my rental real estate venture. For instance, my insurance will not cover pets, so I want to make sure my tenants agree to not keep dogs. Am I legally protected if I write up a lis...
Bruce Reeves
I'm moving - need advice on a two year gig
Live in Northwest Arkansas. Got a job offer in Conover, NC. Own my home and want to rent it out. On the back end of a 15 yr note at 2.875% with $900 principle going toward a $1,135 note. Don't want to disturb that. I ...
Amy Yarnall
Refi, putting equity in SDIRA, buying real estate & FAFSA
We own a rental with $100k in equity. It is worth $220 and provides $400 per month cash flow income after mortgage, expenses, etc.We are also preparing to pay for college costs starting in 2020. If we were to refinan...
Misa N.
Refinancing a rental condo?
My plan is to borrow money from family to buy a condo with cash that I intend to rent out longterm. That way I'd get a leg up on other offers and better price (the condo community I'm looking to buy in is pretty comp...
Matt E.
Is a 1031 Exchange AND 121 Exclusion Possible?
My wife and I bought a property 50/50 with my In-Laws. We bought it in September '13, knowing we would sell it to an interested home builder. The property sits on several acres.
I have read of scenarios where...
Chai Jonn
Solo 401k Contribution Limits
Hello All,I have opened a Solo 401k Account last year. I have self employed income for 2018 and 2019. I like to contribute to both 2018 and 2019 this year. I have filed for extension for taxes for 2018. I am getting d...