Is it just me or everyone playing it safe? Recently I’ve been catch a ton of flack on this forum for suggesting things like:1) Maximizing leverage while carrying hefty reserves.2) Buying for appreciation in western ma...
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I know that trainers want to sell you training, fund managers want you to invest in their fund, JV experts want you to partner with them, and attorneys want more files to work.With that said, newer folks need to think...
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Oftentimes realtors will ask if I am already working with another agent. Does this mean they won't work with me if I am? I find working with one realtor very restrictive and slow. Working with multiple realtors ...
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Starting this thread after reading through the "Austin is Hot" thread. After reading that thread, the Austin atmosphere looks similar to California. I'm a California investor and certainly a dearth of deals out ther...
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Actually started this venture about 3 years ago. I might get some activities out of time sequence. Sit back and grab some popcorn.I will chop this up into smaller segments, so each one isn't too long of a read and h...
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We are actively looking for a vacation rental cabin in the Asheville/Brevard, NC area...although we're scouting as far west as Highlands and as far east as Little Switzerland. Would prefer to be in Brevard area, but ...
The new tax law starting in 1/1/2018 states you’re now capped out at $10,000 for SALT. There is no distinction between investment and home ownership in the law. That means you can’t legally deduct anymore then $10,000...
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I am interested in investing in vacation rentals, but I'm not sure where to begin learning. Can anyone advise on books or other information that has helped you gain knowledge in this area? Any advice or help is apprec...