Nathan S.
CPM- Tax Deductible?
I have been considering getting my CPM (Certified Property Manager) designation both since my day job is in Property Management and I moonlight managing my own property investments. The program is approx $6000 to com...
Jon Dowe
Is this a viable plan for helping alleviate parents' tax burden??
Hi and thanks for reading. I will try to be as concise as possible while providing as much pertinent info as needed.I am the only child of my parents, aged 69, who have done quite well amassing significant retirement ...
Marc M.
Good Credit Score, but High Debt-to-Income Ratio! Should I rent to them?
Hi Folks...I need some BP advice:I am managing a rental property for a family member. I found a person who wants to rent the place (and thanks to BP forums, I used MySmartMove as many people recommended)....they have ...
Chelsea Jean-Mary
Is it realistic to buy real estate in the DMV area for sub-300?
Hello,
I’m new to the DC MD VA area and am looking to buy this year. I have $17k saved and have a tech sales job with $95k salary (80% base salary = $76k, 20%+ = bonuses and commission). I’m learning from forums lik...
Nick Rini
First Time Investor with capital
Hello all. I’m new to investing and to BP. I have a good job and make a high salary. This I have capital to invest in a first or second property but I’m dumb. Given that I have a good salary and don’t need the income ...
Jacob Plocinski
Self Employment Taxes
I work full-time and have a side gig as a Realtor. I will probably only turn over about 6-10 transactions a year, equating to $14,000 to $24,000 gross additional income. I've read through the Self-Employment tax docum...
Luis Blanco
First Time Home Buyers
I’m getting married next month and me and my spouse are looking to buy a duplex and househack. Would we qualify for FHA, or any other first time home buying programs that are available? She has a full time W2 job maki...
Scott Trench
Should Entrepreneurs Consider Getting an MBA?
I used to wonder if there was any value in going back to graduate school and getting an MBA. I have a professional background in Corporate Finance and believe that I have the skill set necessary to succeed in a decen...
Michael Davido
You find a deal ... then what?
I've been watching the webinars, BiggerPockets YouTube videos, taking notes, etc. The advice is always:
1. Leads2. Analyze
3. Pursue
4. Success
Find deals, analyze them, make enough offers and eventually yo...
Gary Thiele
Property Managers Salary
Hello
I am an owner, occupier & president of my 21 unit condo development in Arcadia, California. We are incorporated & managed by a person who has managed the property since day one in 1978. This is...