I figured we'd create a predictions thread for the stock market after I saw the Dow was below 7,000 for the first time in 12 years.

So . . . anyone have any predictions?

I am aware of people utilizing self directed IRA's to invest.  I have read here that people use their 401k's also.  I personally know of someone who uses his pension plan from a private company to invest with.  Here a...

What are some thoughts on vacation property in Panama, Central America?  Good investment?  Poor decision?  

If my solo 401k lends private/hard money to an investor, am I able to charge a percentage of the profits as well as interest? In my state the interest rate is capped at 12%. Also, what about up front fees? I can't see...

My husband was able to retire fairly young from a government job. He has a 401k, but he is retired. We were thinking about taking a loan from that to put a down payment on investment real estate, but he said that he t...

Hi all.

Joined this forum with the hopes of getting some advice on my situation. Not quite a real estate investor (at least not yet); however am facing a bit of a "tougher" real-life family situation with two prope...

Has anyone heard about the John Beck Free and Clear Real Estate System? This system has to do with Tax sale? I just watch an informercial which indicated that you can by properties seized by government for non payme...

Will I get the same benefits for tax advantages when I invest out  of state.
I live in California. Thanks for the help.

I'm interested in whether any of you think that your country would be better off if it used a Land Value Tax (LVT) to replace income taxes? The basic idea is the income tax is really terrible because it punishes peopl...

Hi all,

If someone buys a tax deed at an auction, does that mean they now own the property? Does the previous owner have any period of recourse? If so, I'm assuming the time period depends on the state? Thanks!