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Let me introduce myself. I come from Paris, France not Texas, I am 36, I have recently been transfered with my family by my company (software editor) to the San Francisco area under an L1 Visa for 3 years. I...

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Do you use the county assessor's statement or the property insurance's replacement cost as your COST BASIS for the building/structure of your property?
According to property assessor, the cost basis of the s...

I wanted to play a quick game with everyone. Leveraging your expertise, I'd like to understand how you approach the situation I'm about to describe.Long Term Goal: Build RE portfolios using a buy-and-hold strategy by ...

Hi Everyone,We have been planning to move the ownership of our rental property into our LLC for tax reasons and to protect our personal assets. However, our lawyer has informed us that it could be problematic because ...

I'm helping my Dad set up a self-directed IRA so he can do some real estate investing. He will want an administrator/custodian that is 1) Reputable2) Responsive & helpful regarding organizational structure and all...

Hi everyone, I would like to ask your opinion about constructing multifamily buildings. I have been presented with an opportunity in a town where builders are buying lots or properties and demolishing them and putting...

I own a two family house in Queens (New York City).  This is not my primary residence; it's for rental only.  It's fully paid for, but it has less than impressive cashflow.  After all expenses, it generates roughly $2...

Hello everyone! Amidst these uncertain times I’m assessing my savings and investment plan and strategy. I joined the workforce almost two years ago at a company that does 401k matching 50¢ to every $1 up to the federa...

I just got a letter from my property manager who manages eight single family properties that I own.  He is requesting that all owners pay the full fee they would normally pay even if the tenants don't pay rent.  Our s...

Hello- I am interested in buying a 2nd position lien foreclosure at auction.   There is a really small first lien.  The first lien holder was shut down 6 years ago, but the assets were taken over by another bank.   At...