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I'm currently in escrow on an under-performing self storage property in CA. I heard about using Cost Segregation when purchasing it to maximize on the tax benefits. I'm going to consult with my CPA, but just wondering...
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Hello everyone,Newbie investor here with 2 rental properties under my belt. Now that i've been bitten by the bug I'm ready to keep going. I want to do the best planning ahead that I can. From all that I have read here...
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What are you looking to do in 2025 to grow, regulate, or downsize your portfolio?I am looking to add:- one syndication investment (not multifamily because I invested in 3 multifamily syndications in 2024)- three turnk...
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Here's the scenario:I'm taking the real estate exam in April and need your advice. I'm currently the owner of a small dog walking business. It's tough to scale and I'm stuck in it. My dream is passive income and an...
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Hello all. Thank you in advance to anyone who takes the time to respond to this thread or help me understand. I've never invested in any real estate. In fact, I bought my primary residence June 4th. I primarily wo...
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Hi Bigger pockets forum!Nice to meet everyone, my name is Ellette. I am 28 years old, work in the film industry, and currently trying to figure out an investment strategy that will work best with my lifestyle. My goal...
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I have had my eye on some upcoming tax auction properties, mostly to watch and learn from the process, but if they go for the right price I may try to bid.Anyway, I am trying to do my due diligence stuff ahead of time...
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I am a SF investor looking for the first time at multi-family. The property in question is a block of 18 1BR condominiums currently being operated as apartments. They are part of a tranche of ~40 condominiums that t...
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Hi All,First time posting on here but I have been an avid reader of the forums for a couple years. Great learning tool.I invested in single family homes in Houma, Louisiana from 2006-2009 and did okay, a couple rehab/...
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Hello BP community,What strategies are people using when investing in California? It seems that cash flow is not as favored by investors over here as other strategies like appreciation or flipping. I think any strateg...