Erick Martinez
How do I use public records to find probate leads?
Hey everyone, I working with a small budget right to get leads until I save enough for a list. In the meantime I want to learn how to find leads via public recorders (or any other methods that can be done with no mone...
Jordan Santiago
GOOD RETURNS FOR A SYNDICATION/FUND?
Hey BP,
I know most real estate syndications/funds give their investors a 7-8% pref, but what is considered an overall average or good return percentage for a real estate fund?
Thanks!
Frank S.
Depreciation Method Error - SL vs 200DB in 2017 Sch. E.
Hi there, While finalizing my 2018 taxes, I found an error on my 2017 Schedule E, Depreciation calcs.In 2016, my accountant used the straight line depreciation method for "Appliances". The following year, I used the ...
Andriy Boychuk
Tax deduction for gut renovation 1920 house
Hi,
I bought 1920 house and gut renovated it. Is there any tax deductions for renovating old house?
Judy Paley
Commercial Financing with 30 yr Amoritazion
Found a nice property but To make these numbers work, I’ll need a commercial loan with a 30 yr amortization. I’ve called a bunch of banks/ credit unions/ brokers etc but I’m hearing 20 and 25 yrs. I know they exist s...
Jorge Peguero
What is the best way to invest 15K in real estate ?
Hello BP family
Im suffering from analysis paralysis.
I self diagnose myself about 3 months ago.
I live in newark, new jersey.
I want to find away to get into real estate that doesn't end up costing me too muc...
Andrey Rudenko
What do you think about the future of rental housing regulation?
What do you guys think about next 10 years of regulation, both federal and state, regarding rentals? What we are seeing here in Massachusetts is consistent efforts to pass legislation like 2% real estate transfer tax,...
Shervin Mirdamadi
Write offs and qualifying for a loan
This question pertains to an investor who has limited income on w2. If after your write offs on your taxes you are at a loss on your rental property income ( the property has a mortgage) and the time comes where you a...
Phillip Chang
New Member Intro - Phil in Los Angeles, CA
Hi all,
My name is Phil I have been a lurker for almost five years but finally sitting down to make my first post. I think i have listened to 150 or so Bigger Pockets Podcasts and love the content and positive vibes....
Mary Jay
Cap Ex calculation on 100+ year old properties
Hi guys,Those who have 100 year old properties, how do you calculate cap ex on them?Do you say: ok, it will need a roof in 10 years, roof is 20K, so for the next 20K I will save $200 per month for the roof?Then do you...