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I am doing a private unsecured loan of $10K at 11% to a real estate development firm. I have received personal guarantees from the 3 individuals whom make up this firm as well as added on the insurance (except life). ...
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I learned this one from (now disgraced) real estate mentor John Beck
What John used to do was go to tax auctions, and buy the odd, probably worthless lots nobody wanted. He’d pay $50 - $100 for these, and wait thru ...
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I purchased my first duplex in June of this year, and I am evaluating conducting a cost segregation myself OR hiring a firm to complete it. I know this is the last year of 100% bonus depreciation so I want to get it r...
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Hey Everyone, I'm new to real estate however my father is a well known architect who designs unique and beautiful homes with some high net worth clients. I've recently considered starting a real estate investment firm...
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Hello there. I have two questions. 1. I bought a property towards the end of 2017 and started rehabbing it and now it’s almost done and will be ready for a tenant next week. Will an accountant know how to perform t...
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How do I find the agent that has listed a house on Realtor.com?
They have the request more details form, but I suspect that it's just sent to a random agent, but I'm not sure. I've sent several messages using this...
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I know there are Self Directed IRA Custodians that can help set up a LLC for checkbook control, but I would rather deal with a local attorney, if possible.I live in Yorktown, VA. So the Peninsula or Norfolk/Virginia ...
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I have a good friend who is getting ready to list his house. He's not in a big hurry. but I'm wondering what happens when the July 1st ruling kicks in? Will the typical buyer be taken by surprise when they ask to be s...
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Greetings,
We are in need of a referral for RE Lawyers in the Richmond, VA Area, who effectively work well with investors and are competent with Real Estate Contracts (i.e Subject To, Mortgage Assignments, etc). Than...
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Hi BP Members! I am looking for referrals to attorneys who can help out with some legals questions on commissions for things like referrals. In most (maybe all?) states, one has to be a licensed broker to take any f...