I've been told that the IRS requires you to depreciate a residential rental even if it is in an IRA but you do not get to take the deduction. And, I'm told that you recapture the depreciation at 25% when you sell the ...

Hi Bigger Pockets,Long time listener, first time poster. I'm fortunate enough to have a decent amount of personal capital on hand and have been beginning the journey of exploring multi family units in my area. Most of...

Hey everyone,This is probably a basic question, but I couldn't find an answer on here.  I came across a seller who wants to sell her property, but she thinks that she can't sell for some reason.  She said that a CPA a...

Does anyone know if it's ok to do a 1031 exchange and use the money to jointly buy property with somebody else or does the owner have to be the same person and no one else?

Hi!I haven't seen anyone do this yet...I have a friend who wants to be my cash partner. I have some real estate experience but would like some more guidance before tackling a full blown flip, especially with someone e...

I am looking at purchasing 3 duplexes, but the 20% downpayment is going to eat up all of my current capital. These will be my first deals.  My wife and I are currently employed and have large savings. Should I pass on...

Duplex:
-Purchase price: $155,000
-600 sqft 2/1 each unit
-1979 concrete
-Rents for $1,000/unit/mo
-PITI is $940/yr
-Property management fee: 7%

Option 1:
I've put probably $25,000 cash into upgrades and rep...

Hello BP!I am trying to decide which direction to go with my initial investment.I’m 26, I’m 100k liquid and I’m eager to get started.I’m a full time commercial construction superintendent with some flipping experience...

I want to invest specifically in rental properties like AirBNB and VRBO, so I'd like to apply for a HELOC to take advantage of the equity I have in my actual property. I have enough equity to get going, but I can't pr...

Hi,I am currently looking into Real Estate Syndications as I'm looking for more passive cash flow. I'd want them to have an office in the Bay Area, so I can drop by and chat.The following names have popped up in my se...