Hi guys,I put up my current home up for rent and as a twist I decided I'll give it a shot and also offer the house furnished and bump up the price (around $350/month extra) since the house is nicely decorated and has ...

I'm doing research on self-directed IRA's and just read in a blog that an investor can use funds in a SOLO IRA to purchase investment real estate just like one can in a self-directed IRA but WITHOUT the fees.  Is this...

In the area I live the apartment building prices have risen dramatically over the past year. We are seeing a leveling off but I’m waiting for them to decrease to a non inflated price.

What do you guys recommend in th...

Hi all.  I'm a bit confused on this issue as I read about depreciation recapture being taxed as "ordinary income" then I see mentions of a "flat 25% rate".  I have a 3 part questions:- So will the rate depend on your ...

I'm mainly addressing Dave P, but I welcome anyone to comment (I'm sure there are many good people) except for opinionated ideals on getting a agent. I do understand what is payed for and who pays its. I also understa...

In order to succeed..............someone or others must fail? Agree or disagree?This is a general question, which pertains to pretty much anything, including real estate. In real estate, there are many properties, but...

Property tax increase is insane. I know you can do tax protest to adjust but it's not always successful. Some tax protest companies charge 40% of the saved amount, which is also a lot. What do people do? The past few ...

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So, I was at a CMA class today at my local Board and I was directed to a piece of the TREC Rules that would apply to ALL licensed Brokers and Salespersons who do any kind of investing.

Per TREC, wh...

Hello everyone, I have been following the threads for a while, but just made my own account here. I will be selling my primary residence in San Diego County next month. It is absolutely a sellers market, so I am expec...

Years ago, I was at a CPA conference, and the lecturer finished 30 minutes early. Unheard of, I know, but it did happen. He asked us what we wanted to learn in the remaining 30 minutes. And 300 CPAs in the room almost...