Roy N.
New (sort of) in Canada
These introduce yourself fora always give me the sensation I am standing up at a meeting for some 12-step programme - though I've never actually been to such a meeting and it is most probably my perception does not ma...
Jonathan Harris
Business and Investing Mindsets
Business and Investing
Let me preface my thoughts by saying that I am in no way an expert in investing in real estate. There, now that we have that out of the way...
James Wachob
What is your ideal outcome? Investing in Memphis, TN
Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $140,000
One of my favorite zip codes is 38117. Yes, most of the homes are older than I prefer but the QUALITY OF RESID...
Mike G.
Requesting help in understanding safe harbor applications
Hi BP,I recently incurred significant expenses for the exterior of one of my properties, and am requesting your assistance in understanding what I may be able to deduct in the current year. I would classify each of t...
Jon Klaus
Las Vegas meet up on Thursday, 11/12/09
11:00AM at the Hard Rock Hotel. Let's talk about the best current opportunities in Las Vegas. Who's in?
http://www.biggerpockets.com/events/311-las-vegas-meet-up
Sam Abe
What can be deducted from tenant with pets on move out
My tenant just moved out and the carpet was brand new when they moved in and in 1 year it looks like it is 7 years old. Can I withheld security deposit for the damage as she had 2 pets and looks like the dog chewed...
Mitch Genser
Accounting and Bed Bugs
I am getting some mixed messages about how to deal with the accounting for bed bug remediation in an apartment building my company owns. Normal, regular and modest 'pest management' is clearly part and parcel of '...
Trey Bagby
Why do 87% of agents fail?
I always see posts and hear people talk about how most agents fail in their first year but rarely explain why. Other than being under capitalized, why do 87% of new real estate agents fail?
Simon Gill
1031 Exchange into New Purchase
My business partner and I are planning to buy a commercial building in Nevada. He is currently selling his commercial building in Washington and 1031 exchange into the Nevada deal. In order for the 1031 to take place...
Leon Lee
Buying a Quad with four independent tax records
Hi, BP Fellow InvestorsI am interested in a Quad with four independent tax records on the county website. Suppose that I only have one of the 10 residential loan slots left and I want to take advantage of this low-int...