I've been thinking about this for quite some time. It seems like renting from yourself (or through an entity you own) would be a great way to reduce expenses/taxes overall. Renting from yourself would have a few of ad...

Hello BP Friends! I'm ready to look at starting an LLC for my properties, but I've heard mixed advice about their necessity and benefits. I would be starting the LLC as a disregarded entity and reporting my profit/los...

Hi-- Well, after a seven-month slog through my first duplex renovation, I'll be putting it up for sale (in the Tampa, FL area). It's turned out beautiful. Fortunately, the market is strong here for duplexes and so, gi...

Im in the process of buying my first property. A 4 bedroom house but there's an extra room we can use as a bedroom. As of right now me, my partner , and one other person is moving in but, I need to find a way to fill ...

Are VRBOs a good investment?  Any watch outs?  Would you recommend doing it?  If there is already a forum on this subject, please direct me.  I'm sure this has been discussed many times :) Debbie

Hello everyone! I have a 401k with a company I work for. Although my career used to be with this company, I have started a contracting business in the last few years. However, I am still employed by this company on...

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Is it worth it?

I'm saving money and thinking about how I want to spend my savings down the road. I'm 31 years old, I have a 2 year old and a baby on the way. In the next ...

I am 74 female, been managing a duplex for yrs without too much difficulty but tired of it - have vacancy coming and several repairs required.  Had someone in mind who I thought would be great but he wants to add fees...

We are currently seeking investors' opinions on wholesalers & what Value have they brought you? Have they brought you any value?  Do you think that having a wholesaler relationship is a benefit to you as an invest...

Hello BP Community!I'm a residential investor in FL and I have been considering expanding my portfolio by purchasing an assisted living facility (ALF). This is a very new venture for me and I would be very grateful to...