Tye Foster
Long distance investing advice
I have been looking at buying buy and hold properties out of state in some more affordable markets. I am wondering what are some key things you guys look for when choosing what markets to buy in? I know schools, crime...
Marc Woodward
What do I do with this nightmare property?
Hello folks, this is my first post and I would really appreciate some thoughts on my situation... I could probably write a novel on the backstory, but I will do my best to stick to the relevant information...I own a ...
Debbie S.
How to tactfully reject this applicant
I have an apartment for rent. There is someone (let’s call him Bob) who lives in the apartment building next door and he wants to rent my apartment. He has not yet filled out a rental application but he did call me on...
Justin Lentz
Newbie Investor - Long Distance Rental Investing
Hello BiggerPockets!My name is Justin, I am new to real estate investing and I am excited to contribute to the BP community. I am based in San Francisco and I am originally from Tampa, FL. Given the expensive nature o...
Account Closed
New help getting started as a first time out-of-state investor
Hi!I've recently started my journey into real estate investing. I am interested in buy/hold SFH rentals and have around 30k in capital to invest. I'm looking to invest out of state because I live in the Bay Area, but ...
Michael Cabaña
Things to do to receive maximum appraisal value
Hi BP,My wife and I are going through a cash-out refi, and are having an appraiser come to our home within the next week. Please provide any DIY tips on how to receive the maximum value for our house. Your feedback is...
Shannon Allaire
What do I do with all this equity?
Hey Moguls,Newbie looking for advice on the best use of the ~$170K in equity I have in my SFH in East Oakland. I bought it in late 2015 and my home's value has gone up a lot. Currently, I live in one room and rent out...
Michael Plaks
EXPLAINED: IRS audit "insurance" - no more fear of an audit?
This is a follow-up to my recent post about IRA audit myths. In this long sequel, I will discuss hiring audit and "IRS audit insurance."
1. DIY IRS audits.
Can you defend yourself against an IRS audit without hired ...
Cosmin Iuga
I have $100k. How should I invest it?
I’ve inherited $100k I want to start a nest egg. I’mVery much interested in investing. How should I start?
MaryAnne Burrows
Newbies Getting started (out of country)
Hello, my name is MaryAnne my husband and I have decided we want to start investing in real estate. My husband is active duty Air Force and we are currently stationed in Japan, and I am a stay at home mom (both of our...