Nick Brubaker
Refinance my rental?
Hello all,
I am trying to decide if I should jump on the historically low rates currently and refinance my SFH rental. I put financing on it last year (15-year fixed) at a 4.375% interest rate. The rate I currently...
Jane S.
non paying tenant has demands
This tenant has been paying on time or early thru Dec 31 2019 for almost 3 years. I agreed to accept lowered rent for the final 3 months of their lease January thru March 31 2020. (he is a tile setter and has not been...
Jeremy Janszen
Short term rentals and non-passive income tax classification
Hi all - I know this topic has been hit on a few times but I wanted to ask my question in a very specific manner to get collective expert feedback. I understand I should consult my CPA, and I will. They are, however...
Jennifer Stammberger
What exactly is a DSR loan?
David Greene mentioned a DSR loan in one of his recent youtube videos which I've never heard of. If I understood it correctly-it's simply a loan that does not use your W2 to qualify but the lender would look at the pr...
Ondrece Love
Repairs made during redemption period in Texas
I purchased a home from a sheriff tax sale in texas. The home was abandoned by the owner. It's not in a great area so it has been gutted by neighbors that like to take metal to the scrap yard to get a few dollars. ...
Michael Hellman
Cost Basis after subdividing a property
Hello. I purchased a home in late 2007. I live in a small garage apartment for 4 years while renting out the main house. The property had a large double lot in a nice neighborhood, so in 2014 I subdivided the lot a...
Brandon Turman
First House Hack - Help Spot the Fatal Flaw
Bigger Pockets community, my partner and I are hoping for your advice. We are looking for a "base hit" as we get started. Huge thanks to Brandon and crew for enlightening us as to what's possible.
After an extended s...
Kade Hawkins
Spousal solo 401k salary deferral deposit deadlines
Spousal solo 401k salary deferral deposit deadlines - different than profit share deadline?I am the sole proprietor and my wife is my employee. As the sole proprietor I understand my deadlines for making my contribut...
Alex Jacobs
Newbie interested in House Hacking and SFR with Downpayment Assistance
Hi BP, I am a newbie investor in Houston, TX and I want to build a rental portfolio. I’ve been told that “house hacking” or buying a single-family residence (SFR) with a downpayment assistance program and renting out...
Jeremy K.
Reserves and the APOD
Hello to all..How do you or should you incorporate reserve funds into the APOD when figuring out what a property is worth? Since technically it is not an expense (at least I believe not) but a capital investment that...