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Seeking input regarding use of SD IRA funds for REI. Have been using my SD IRA funds for funding flips over the past year, completing 3 with success. I have no issue with this method, easy enough on my end, so no co...
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Good morning. First time poster here…I just found the bp site this week after diving into quite a few of the podcasts recently.I am brand new to this area and am in the learning and evaluating phase right now.. I am n...
Anyone out there with experience on how to best use a self directed IRA for RE investments?I know it’s possible, but seems like it could be complicated and I keep running into roadblocks/restrictions. For example.......
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Question for those that have dealt with the 203k loan. I currently own and operate a remodeling and home renovation company. Has anyone used a 203k loan and done any or all the repairs to the property as contractor+ h...
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I'm a real estate agent in the bay area and have found that three and four-unit buildings with FHA loans don't ever pencil out because of the "self-sufficiency test". I'm wondering if (and where) agents or investors h...
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Hey BP community,Looking for some advise on reducing operating fees on my str in the city of Southfield, MI (Detroit suburb). This is my first property, bought it last December and went live in mid March. Until now it...
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I've only in recent months decided to pursue real estate investing and I want to be maximally positioned as a credit-worthy borrower. I'm a physician and for the last 2 years I've worked as an independent contractor ...
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Hey BP! I'm considering rolling my 401K from a company I left into a self-directed IRA with Equity Trust based on recommendations from several other investors. Has anyone here worked with Eq Trust before? Have you use...
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Hello Everyone,
I am new to this forum, wanted to say hello to everyone. I have been buying and selling rental properties for the last 8 years. I am to the point where I have rental properties that are paid ...