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I've started to try and analyze properties, to get into the practice, however there are several variables that I do not know when it comes to estimating. I'm aware these are very beginner questions, and appreciate an...
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Well it's happened. people are applying to rent our units with their emotional support pitbulls and other animals . Of course we follow all fair housing laws . but what we need to do is weed out people that have legi...
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Hey guys,
I'm new here, and I have a question about the way LLCs should be set up and how they are taxed.
I am thinking of investing in a duplex, and renting out both units. When forming the LLC, I am wondering ...
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Has anyone dealt with objecting a subpeona to a land trust to disclose beneficiaries. Apparently it is easy to send a subpeona to the trustee to get beneficiaries information. What is the value of a land trust if it i...
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Howdy BP! We are looking to diversify a bit and not solely rely on the major OTA's for bookings(Airbnb, vrbo, etc). We currently utilize Hostaway PMS and have built a direct booking site through that platform, but h...
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Hello brilliant BP crew.I'm just starting to invest from New Zealand and enjoying the podcasts that brought me here and reading all your informative posts :)I believe from some research before I start sourcing any pro...
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Had an auction today. Two units, one at each of two of our locations. We have 8 locations and 1,200 units. Only these two units auctioned in the last 2 months due to our autopay requirements and fast lockout proced...
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There is a great discussion on BP about LLC usage and caveats for REI properties here which highlighted the need for competent CPA who understands these waters. This may seem self-evident but can I get some feedback f...
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As a new investor with little access to capital I am constantly hearing the phrase “raise private capital”. I don’t come from a rich family and don’t know any wealthy people to borrow money to invest. Any solutions to...
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Hi everyone,
From what I understand about short-term real estate gains, a way to avoid them is to buy another and do a 1031. Are there other ways to shelter the gains from tax? The amount will be between $30-40k in g...