Theoretical question here. If you had a Self Directed IRA...can you (personally) buy back the property held by your IRA without any self-dealing IRS related issues?

I am a just starting. I just recently got a rental unit up and going so I feel energized that I can do this. My question is I want to buy a house next to live in and rent my current residence which is a mobile home...

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I'm just starting out, is it a good use of time to conduct a market analysis before you start your marketing campaign? What are the specific benefits?

Also, when it comes to wholesaling, should I pick a certa...

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I am a realtor licensed in Connecticut with eXp Realty. I'm 8 months in and I don't really have a desire to act as an agent except on sales of my own properties and I also recently learn that eXp...

I just finished reading Mark Evan's book on Virtual Real Estate Investing (i.e. wholesaling) and am am puzzled about one thing. Mr. Evan talks about having a homeowner sign an option agreement, preferably for three ye...

Hey everyone! Does anyone know if you can use 401k funds to purchase investment properties and do you recommend it?

A few suggestions to achieve anonymity is to buy in your name and then transfer into a land trust. However if someone were you pull up the records they will see the history and note that the prior owner was you (befor...

I am relatively new to BP.  This is my first post, but I have been listening to the podcasts and have already read several books.  I am a physician and have recently terminated my solo practice 401K plan as the fees w...

There's no doubt South Florida continues to be a hot market. The demand to move to a place with great weather (if you enjoy sweat down your face ), a lot of business opportunities, great hospitality and amazing food. ...

I've been hearing a lot about the potential of real estate investing to build lasting wealth. How are you generating steady cash flow, benefiting from appreciation, offering tax advantages, and diversifying your inves...