I just started a new job and am in the process of setting up my retirement. My new employer offers a 401k and they match 233% up to 3% of my base pay. I'm able to contribute to that as pre-tax or roth. I will definite...

I have a quick question as to how the short-term gains are taxed (ie tax bracket). I've flipped a 2 properties under my LLC this year (outside of my regular W-2) and trying to get an understanding of what to expect. 

Through my employer I have a 403B.  I don't have the much money in there.  I'm probably going to be paying a decent amount in taxes this year, I made a lot more than last year.  What I was thinking was putting in a lo...

I currently have a 401k with my employer with a mid 100's balance. I also have the ability, self employment, to open a solo401k with the intention of eventually rolling over my employer balance if I retire or forced t...

Is it legal to ask for tax returns/W-2 when screening Tenants?

This past weekend we had two different applications for two different properties that had one thing in common. Both applicants submitted totally fake W-2s. You can’t just rely on automated screenings.  You really need...

Hi BP, So I can't find much info on this but is there anyway to use my employee contributions from my normal full time w2 job to fund a SOLO 401k or SD IRA under my REI LLC umbrella?  If not by funding directly, can I...

I need some help with thinking through the self directed 401k. I have two side business: (1) professional service firm, and (1) real estate investment company. Both are new companies, and in their infancy. I do not ta...

New landlord here.
Got served an ad for this tool that detects if paystubs are edited / fake. Says it’s free but not sure what the catch is?
Has anyone tried this?

Dear BP community,I have a question here, once I get pre-approved for a conventional mortgage, will they check my employment status right before the closing ? And if they will, what are the possible ways they could do...