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Nathan Cao Bank of America Requires 20% Down
11 July 2008 | 91 replies

I just received a call from my banker telling me that this policy would be effective on June 29 2008. This really slow down a lot of new investors like me. Does anyone know if this applies for the whole lending indust...

Anthony Henderson Essential for a successful Property Management Company
24 May 2012 | 13 replies

Hello All!-
What would we list as essential for having a successful residential property management company?
1- E and O Insurance?
2- Property Management Software?
3- CAR forms
4- Trust accounts?
please add, thank you!!

Nicholas Jose Lost rental income: use reserves or insurance?
4 May 2020 | 14 replies

Good afternoon, BP.When you start out and buy that first duplex (or other multi-family property), would you rather A) save enough in your reserves that you're covered for at least 6-months' worth of lost rent? or B) u...

Sean Treston First Time Landlord - Please help!
24 May 2014 | 12 replies

I own a property in Philadelphia and I am now planning to rent it out (I moved in with my fiancé). I have been searching google for HOURS trying to find out how to do this. I started an LLC and planned to transfer ...

CL Ziegler A few bookkeeping Q's (from a beginner)
24 March 2014 | 17 replies

Greetings!

As a landlord, do I need a business license? Several people around here (Georgia) have said it’s a must. As a sole proprietor with a few houses, do you really need a business license?

How imp...

Sherrie P. Buying rental property with money borrowed against stocks
27 April 2022 | 14 replies

Has anyone ever borrowed money through a bank using your stocks and bonds as collateral?

We could sell the stocks and pay cash for the property, but we would have to pay at least 15% cap. gains.

We woul...

James G. SA short term rental
13 October 2020 | 20 replies

Parents have their personal mobile home parked in their rental unit. I’m trying to convince them to Short term rent it to bring in some more income since it is just sitting there. Question, how is the SA market for...

Ibrahim Yamini Use my VA loan or current Equity to buy an investment property?
8 April 2021 | 8 replies

I'm serving in the military and my current home is worth $367K with $218K owed on it.  If my calculations are correct, veterans can take out 90% of their home equity with a cash out refinance, which for me, comes to a...

Graham Melvin Fix and Flip Tax Business Strategy Question
7 June 2016 | 12 replies

Hello real estate investors community.  My question is about how fix and flips are taxed.  It seems like everyone talks about turning properties as quick as possible, however it's my understanding that if you turn it ...