Molly Mathias
Investing with a Partner: How to Get Started
Ok so I have a more practical question about how the deal is actually set up. I have a partner I want to invest with. What's the best way to buy/set up the deal. Assuming 50/50 cash contribution and split of profits/l...
Alessandra Verbena
Impact of War with Ukraine on U.S. Real Estate
Perhaps we will find out in the next couple of days one way or another if this will escalate further, what if Russia does invade Ukraine and the U.S. gets involved? Without going too deep, I am seeing speculation on a...
Sri S.
Are Home Equity loans tax deductible if used to buy another investment property
Hi, I have an investment property A where I built a good amount of equity. I want to buy an investment property B using the equity built in property A. Is that legal to use for another property? How does the tax-ded...
Axel Meierhoefer
Let's develop a Criteria list for new buy & hold SFR investors
I have decided to look for a new OOS Turnkey market to invest in and wonder if the list of criteria I have used in the past is complete. While contemplating that question I realized that many other people here on BP w...
Ashley Guerra
should i start with a SFH or MFH in central jersey?
After analyzing the local Mercer County market I've noticed there are not that many MFH that are desirable meaning cash flow can occur, but appreciation, schools and good tenants will be at risk. Granted MFH are more ...
J Scott
Impact of Leverage on Cash-on-Cash Returns
In the spirit of truly understanding some important concepts behind investing decisions many of us are making, I wouldn't to start this thread...Basically, I was surprised at the information I'm about to provide (I di...
Samyak Rai
Converting Rent stabilized units in NYC to free market units
Hello all,I am currently analyzing a 9-unit MF in Manhattan. 8 out of the 9 units are rent stabilized, which really affects my cashflow. I know you can convert RS to FM by giving in writing, a note stating that you wi...
Natalie Brown
Hard money lender wants a $2k DD fee & $5k appraisal
My client is looking for hard money. I am not very familiar with their processes. They want him to pay a $2k due diligence fee up front and pay for an appraisal of $5 up front with no guarantee of funding. Keep in min...
Ibrahim Hughes
Am I the Only One Who Disregards These Comps?
I'm talking about the ones where the realtor handled both the listing AND the buyer on the sale. I just don't see these Realtors as being impartial. Furthermore, the sales prices always seem to be way out of line with...
Maranda Christensen
Advice needed for a Vacation Rental Listing
I'd love to get some input and advice for a property I have listed. Please share your thoughts. What makes this property a tough sell is that there have been preliminary plans to widen NC hwy 150. The project has be...