Evan Scott
Capital Gains Taxes
I bought a 3 flat in December of 2012. I have lived in it since that date. I am looking to sell my place at a profit of ~$150,000. I technically will have had it as my primary residence in 2013 & 2014, but it h...
Wesley Sherow
Self-Managing as an Owner; A Secret Agent's Advice
Bigger Pockets Community,I wanted to share a bit of advice I got a while back that's common knowledge for some, but a good tip for others just starting out. When you purchase your first investment properties and you d...
Spencer Speckles
Reasons to apply for commercial zoning exception or variance
I have a property in the central business district (C-1). I’ve been trying to lease the building for several years and have not been successful. Here’s my problem: the available space is at street level and the permit...
Paul Wang
Renting out after recent refinancing as primary residence
Hi, there is this clause in our loan doc when we just re-financed:"I/We will continue to occupy the property as my/our principal residence for at least one year after the date of occupancy, unless Lender otherwise agr...
Steve P.
Sex Offender
I have a tenant applicant for my duplex unit that informed me that he is a registered sex offender. He says it is of the lesser variety 7 yrs. ago and it will be off his record after 10 yrs. I am not very up to date o...
Mike H.
Capital gains question on sale of condo
Hello BP !wife bought a condo in NYC 15 years ago. We lived there til we had a baby and moved out to rent a 2 bedroom. We wanted to list it sooner but life and covid got in the way and are going to list it in a few ...
Steven Antola
FHA approval vs 1yr post short sale
I am looking to invest in a 3 or 4 flat rental property and would be a "live in" landlord. I had to short sale a property a little over a year ago in Harrisburg, PA - Relocated for work / bought a nightmare property. ...
David Beltran
Cheers to a great start for a newbie
inShare0 Hello BP members, This past year I decided to pull the trigger on my real estate dream. I wanted to share my story to allow others to see the opportunities that are available in my area (South Texas) and to ...
Hannah Leas
Capital Gains Tax Help on Primary Residence
Hey Bigger Pockets Network,I purchased a home (first home and primary residence) in August 2016 for $135,000. I put in about $10,000 of renovations. This home was located in Vancouver, WA.In July 2017 I sold the home ...
Brandon Thomas
Investor loan vs. other loans
What are some investment loan pros and cons vs. other loan types. Also, how many times can you use a FHA/USDA loan?