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Hi guys, wanted to know some thoughts on raising cash for a down payment for a rental by refinancing my primary residence. This is a strategy that is not discussed often compared to using HELOC. Is it because of tax t...
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I have been getting prepared to present a seller financing package but I am unsure concerning taxes and the balloon payment. Will the seller have to pay taxes on the balloon payment? If they sell the property in form ...
Hey Baltimore BP,Has anyone worked with AIive investments before? They're a turn-key property operation in Baltimore and I'm curious to know another person's experience. Thanks!
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According to the latest statistics we have now reached the point in this country where 49.5% of the population pays zero income tax. I'm pretty good at math so I've come up with the number of 50.5% do pay some income ...
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Hello,I am a new investor, and my fiancee and I are looking to do a Flip-in. We both work in Boston and live in a nearby suburb just south of the city within walking distance to the primary subway line (30min. door-to...
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Hi everyone!I wanted to run you guys through the results of a home inspection that has just been completed, as I'm not really sure how to proceed or who to contact. This would be my first investment property purchased...
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I was wondering is there anyone with experience purchasing houses using an self directed IRA and creating a note by selling that house using owner financing? If so, are there any extra steps needed to comply with...
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I have been lending funds to a close friend of mine for a rate of 8%. I got a 1099-INT from him to file my tax, which I paid a big portion out of 8% (effectively around 6% after paying the gov). Is there a better wa...
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Hello BP community! Landlording question for you all -- I am under contract for a SFH by a university, closing in early April. Wondering if anyone had advice on renting to students? I would ideally rent to grad stu...