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I'm curious to know, being that most of us on here are RE investors. How did you guys purchase the homes that you live in? Were they foreclosures, short sells, rehabs, custom built or did you just pay retail?
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My tenant moved out on day one!We had a one year contract. She has paid the first month rent and deposit, total 2 month rent to move in. On day one she called and said she’s decided to move out. On day two she moved ...
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I have a few properties here in Brantford, Ontario but am very intrigued with the U.S. I'm also looking in my own city for deals but with house prices skyrocketing Its becoming harder.I have been reading up on the tax...
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We have a multi-family property that we bought in 2019(it's our primary residence) with a private lender(family) 2.74%. 3bdx1.5br(fully renovated), 2bdx1br, converted studio garage(not permitted but fully renovated). ...
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Aloha everyone, I'm trying to figure out a capital gains tax question. I have a rental I'm selling to my tenant. I purchased in 2003, lived in it as primary til Oct 2007. My understanding is active duty military has 1...
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Hi All,I close on my first 4-unit soon and am looking for tips on what to expect day 1 as a landlord to look like?Do I go door to door and meet the tenants? send a letter?
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Interest article published by Kiplinger for the most tax friendliest states for retirees. The darker green states are among the most tax friendliest states.http://www.kiplinger.com/tool/retirement/T055-S001...
Georgi...
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I'm looking into getting into real estate investing, or more specifically purchasing my first buy and hold rental. I currently do not have any savings I could dedicate to a down payment right now, but I do have about ...
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I'm new to BP and am venturing into buying and holding with a skeptical spouse. We're considering moving to Austin, Tx and that's where I'd most likely buy a rental. Given my partner isn't on board for any sort of RE ...
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Hello BP community,I am working towards establishing my real estate investment business and am looking to build my core team and make mutually beneficial contacts within the community. I currently reside in Spring Hil...