Cara Lonsdale
Depreciation - What the heck??!
A few questions...........To what extend does depreciation really affect a person's taxes/capital gains on a property when it is sold?Does it benefit or harm a person to claim LITTLE TO NO depreciation each year on a ...
Harry Metzinger
Going from Traditional IRA to Solo 401(k)?
Hi BP, I currently have Traditional IRA funds that are invested in stocks, but lately I have educated myself about going the self-directed IRA route. I met with a self-directed IRA custodian yesterday. However, give...
Jason E.
Areas to buy in Houston
I live in Beaumont but I am looking to invest in the Houston market. I am looking to invest in single family home rentals in the $150k price range. What areas would you suggest I look? Any suggestions or advice wo...
Brian Kim
Thoughts & Input on Getting my Feet Wet
Hi there! I'm looking to hop out of the corporate rat race after having been laid off twice in the last year. I am currently in California and am looking to get into real estate investing and would love your thoughts ...
Yeshudas Nair
Investing in Texas for rental purpose
Is investing in Texas good for rental properties ?Which places should i consider to invest for higher rental incomes? What type (houses, apartments, condos, town-homes) of property should it be, if i choose to invest ...
Evan York
Finance Construction of Shipping Container Home for AirBnB
Greetings from Charlotte, NC. My name is Evan York, and I am new to the forum in hopes to find some answers for a project a business partner and I are pursuing. My Co-Founder and I are developing concepts to up-cycle ...
Jacob Mitchell
House Hacking Financing
As a young real estate agent, I have been intrigued by the house-hacking strategy of investing. This strategy wasn't first taught to me by Bigger Pockets, but the platform has clarified many of the misconceptions I've...
Brandon Turner
Have you done a 1031 Exchange? Let's talk!
Hey BP Nation! I'm writing the world's best post on 1031 Exchanges. Maybe I'll put it in my next book. But here's the problem: I need you. You see, I need some good stories to go with the post. So, if you've done a 10...
Larry Johnson
Becoming a Landlord, was it worth it?
Hello, I'm nearing retirement age and I'm considering buying a rental property. Am I insane! Was it worth it to you financially? Did you lose money your first year? I've heard horror stories and success stories. ...
Beth Anderson
First Wholesaling Appointment. Any Help Appreciated!!!
I have been cold calling and found an owner who is interested in selling. He wants me to call him tomorrow to set up an appointment to see the house. I am a complete newbie and don't know any experienced wholesalers t...