Hey BP,I had this conversation with another RE investor today, and wanted to see what the forums thought.  IF you have a larger RE Investment Cash Account ready to go for your next investment, would you rather keep it...

I have an opportunity on an investment property, all cash purchase.  I am trying to itemize closing costs/fees in addition to Realtor commission and wondering most effective ways to project the costs.Scenario:Purchasi...

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Recently a partner of this Costa Rican deal has to liquidate his share of the development and the buy in is around 1 million (the buyer will rec. 175k+ in additional equity automatically.) His loss is...

I've done a little bit of research and am curious to see if anyone can offer any genrealities or concepts that they use to drive their effective tax rates as low as has been reported.

The tax code is the same for al...

Hello All,i just purchased a couple of vacant parcels in California that i plan to build within 3 years.The plan is to build 2 homes and sell one.These are the only properties i have in the US, however i own substanti...

Accounting question....would a new appliance for one of my rentals be considered a maintenance expense or cap ex for accounting purposes?Would that change if it were a flip project?  Thanks.

Hello,Here is my awesome dilemma.Seller received advice and changed mind to sell because of concerns on capital gains tax on a property in NY if they sell it to me and carry the 1st/the note/owner financed and no mone...

I've been learning as much as I can (books, podcasts, webinars, joined local chapters, etc.). I'd like to gain some additional insight/experience by volunteering my time and working with anyone in the greater San Dieg...

With the  House Bill released today, what would be the impact if enacted in current form?  Especially with changes to business income tax rates, interest expensing, and capital investments being immediately deductible.

Hey everyone, I am a investor with experience in SC, NC, & TN. I have a fair deal of experience with the real estate laws/codes in those states, but I have a colleague ask for advice today and I am hoping that you...