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I'm currently helping several of my clients buying REO properties locally in Southern California. I have read many postings in this forum which indicates how much difficulties of dealing with asset ...
I've just began to research alternative opportunities of investing and have come across hard money lending (HML). I understand the necessities of having a lot of money and having experience, but I'm not sure when, or ...
Start charging water to tenants, the bill has gone very high lately so I am thinking about charging water after I renew the lease flat small fee so they are aware about consumption and be mindful. why should I pay for...
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Hey BP I have been thinking a lot about the issue of depreciation on rental properties and what happens when you sell one after a long time without use of a 1031. I guess I have been thinking about a property that is ...
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The dirty scammer is here and tried to send me messages. I believe the scammer used my name and searched me, including AirBNB, BP or any place have to use real name.Last year I got a scammer inquiry and booked for ove...
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I am in the inspection period for a 2-family where the owner lived on the lower level and rented the upper. The electrical is split per unit but there is a single furnace and hot water heater for the entire house. T...
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Hello all,I've purchased several properties in the past 18 to 24 months and I'm starting to really work on doing a better job of organization and calculating exact returns. I've been cautious to make sure I'm purchas...
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This is a a highly unusual situation. When I bought my condo it came with an enormous lanai that extends beyond my unit to include the lanai in front of my next door neighbor. They have a sliding glass door that leads...
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Starting to invest in real estate is an excellent way to build wealth and generate passive income. Here are the key steps to get you started in real estate investment:
Educate Yourself: Begin by learning about the re...
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Hi Everybody My question is when analyzing a property should I consider income tax in my analysis or should I assume that the deductions will reduce my taxable income to where its pretty much evens out and not worry a...