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Hi, I have yet to invest in my first rental property but this whole tax situation is started to scare me away. Are there any good books on Rental property’s and taxes? We’re can I find a good CPA?And the big question,...
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Hi everyone,
I am not sure if this is the right place to ask this question, but I am looking for recommendations on the best (and most affordable) test prep course to take from an agency-approved real estate school. ...
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I bought a property with all cash at closing, after few months, later after finding the tenant I went for a cash-out refi, and took 90% of my investment (as it appreciated value little bit). Can I show this new mortga...
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Hello everyone,This is my first post and I am looking for insight and mistakes that you may have seen when paying properties with friends/group. Short back story. I have listen and read on BP before but never posted. ...
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Investment Info:
Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $105,000
Cash invested: $30,000
I was contacted by a wholesaler who had a lead on the property. The property...
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Investment Info:
Mobile home fix & flip investment.
Purchase price: $55,000
Cash invested: $55,000
Sale price: $69,500
Single wide mobile home project. Purchased the land with a '69 mobil ho...
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3 bed , 1 bath , attached garage , nice fenced in back yard with a little over 1,000 sqft.
The seller is very motivated and says she's wanting 20k or less. Very good rapport with seller so far.
After l...
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I will be closing on a cash purchase for a fixer in 2013 which I will be flipping in 2014. How do I handle this tax-wise?
Is there any problem with deducting an expense incurred in 2013 on my 2014 return?
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Equity/Spread: $139,000
After Repaired Value: $495,000
Cost of Repairs: $0
Asking Price: $356,000
Seller is willing to give back $85k and pay 1% towards the title policy. Seller states that closing cost won't be any ...
Does the 70% rule of thumb apply if you are buying with your own cash or get really great rates from a portfolio lender?Thanks,Nir