Brian Jackson
5/1 ARM vs a fixed rate loan
I spoke with an accountant who recommended I compare a 5/1 ARM vs a fixed rate loan in a spreadsheet. They said many times the ARM is the better option since less money goes to interest and you get lower payments whi...
Stanley She
Deferred gain is MUCH less than recognized gain, why
I bought a rental property 7 years ago for $198000. Last year, I sold it for $400000. For the sake of simple discussion, let me ignore all purchasing and selling costs. So, my gain is 202000. Within one month of the s...
Anna Jeon
New investor - Miami, FL
Hello, everyone. :)I am a rookie real estate investor located in Miami, FL.I am looking to buy a property in North Florida or out of state. Also, I would like to connect with other investors in Florida!
Amit M.
Dealing with a persistent applicant
I am using Zillow to receive applications and screen prospective tenants. I have received some inquiries for viewing and 1 application. The applicant has been very persistent on wanting to check out the property. He s...
Blake Clement
Tax Strategies for Rentals
I have 3 doors that generate $3,500/month in rent. My goal is to buy a 4 plex this year. My wife has a W2 job that she makes about 63k/ year. I have a W2 that makes about 80k/ year. We owed about $2,200 in taxes last ...
Andy Chen
Financing Options after constructing 4 ADUs
Hi all, need your suggestions. I am planning to build 4 ADUs on my triplex. My primary mortgage rate is excellent and I definitely don't want to lose it.
Any suggestions to cash out refinance at fixed rate without l...
Chris Carruth
Clearing title when selling house w fraudulent lien
Despite being paid, contractor filed line. Completely fraudulent. How do I sell or refi with title clouded?
Mike Minigell
HELOC lenders in SoCal
Hello!I am seeing if anyone knows of any good lenders to work with for a local bank in the California area . I am looking open a HELOC against my current home valued around 1.5m . I do not have a mortgage or anything ...
Bellman Tumasang
How do you research real estate markets?
I know everyone says in order to research and find good markets to invest in real estate you should look at good job growth, incomes, migration etc but how exactly do I find out this info? Do I ask brokers, go to brok...
Peter Olejnik
From Boston to Miami or Orlando
So I am coming out from the Boston market looking to invest in multi fams or condos in either Orlando or Miami. I will be a first-time buyer and would like to know which market is best suited for growth and income pot...