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https://www.biggerpockets.com/...I just read this article from Dave Meyer saying he doesn't follow the the 1% rule when acquiring properties. I would like to talk to get some experienced investors thoughts. Paul
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Hi Everyone,I'm new to the investing side of real estate and have been actively looking for a rental property. I have narrowed my search criteria down to small multi-families (4 units or less) for under $200k. I live ...
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Hey BP,
Could someone give me a run down of how 1031 exchanges work? I understand that the benefit is you do not have to pay capital gains tax, but how does it work exactly? Any feedback would be great.
Thanks,
Tom
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Hi Everyone,I am brand new here and looking to get into cash flow property investing. I was recommended to look into the markets of Memphis, TN & Clarksville. Can anyone recommend a property management company ...
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I've read that a business owner can hire their children, then fund a Roth IRA for them since they have earned income. Are there any reasons this would be a bad idea?
Good morning everyone! As a new investor I'm looking for my first deal in a high priced market, Brooklyn NY. I initially wanted to invest in rentals, but an agent told me doing a flip would be the better move. What ar...
I am looking very closely at my first deal on a duplex (owner occupied for 1 year). I have been looking at several duplexes and am trying to make sure I have all my numbers in a row.
What is the best way to ACCURATEL...
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Hi All! Long-time lurker, first-time poster. I've recently sold my home-improvement business in SoCal, and plan on moving my family to the Tampa/St. Pete area in the next 2 years to be closer to the in-laws. I've alwa...
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Hello,I currently have a job selling commercial insurance full time. I would like to continue to work there full time, however I thought it could be beneficial to get my real estate license on the side. I don't wan't ...
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I am looking at buying a tri-plex. The current rent is from 1998, can I raise the rent on one apartment at a time? All the apartments smell bad and are dirty. I will have to paint and replace carpets and I do not want...