N Wong
Depreciating a rental home that used to be primary home
I am doing taxes for my parents. They have a home that they bought 30+ yrs ago. In Jun 2011, they moved in with my brother and rented out their home for income. Besides social security, that is the only source of i...
Edward Burke
Collateralized Loan - FHA Requirements for Down Payment
Hello BP Community,I'm going to place an offer on an investment property, but I need to secure a collaterized loan (2nd mortgage) on an existing investment property. I've already lined up the person who is willing to...
Allyssa Compton
(almost) New Agent looking to Specialize in Investments
Hi BP Community!I am currently in the process of getting my RE Salesperson License and have about 3 weeks of classes left. I am trying to learn absolutely everything I can about being successful in this industry. I kn...
James Wise
HUD wants to MAKE you rent to criminals. Do u rent to criminals?
I just read this article and I have to say I do not like where HUD is going with this.How do you feel about this? Is this an extreme government over reach?Background Checks on Renters Raise QuestionsDAILY REAL ESTATE ...
Geremy Rosenberg
First time REI and feeling my way to taking action
Hi All, I have been interested in REI for a number of years, but always let hurdles (primarily not enough money) keep me from really starting my journey. I have a young daughter and a growing family and my priorities...
Dana Beese
Newbie From Spring Grove, il
Hey!
My name is Dana. I am a part time nanny with a deep love for kids.. but an even deeper love for real estate. I have been falling in love with real estate my entire life and decided to take my passion and...
Ally Ogar
New Member in Brooklyn, NY
Hello BP,I have always been interested in real estate investing and the financial freedom it can offer. After listening to a few BP podcasts I decided to join and take an affirmative step towards becoming a real esta...
Jyotin Gautam
New member from Northern California (Fremont)
I have really enjoyed and learned from the great podcasts and success stories hosted by Bigger Pockets. I am relatively new to the website, however.A bit about myself - I am a full time software professional working i...
Shannon Mendez
New RE Investor near Sacramento
Hello! I am Shannon Mendez and live in Folsom, California, with my husband and two children. I have always wanted to invest in real estate, and my husband is finally on board (super important!). I am a Freelance Write...
Rebekah Martin
Before Making the Offer
Starting OutI am an avid researcher. Very curious about everything and deconstruct goals to understand process. I love information and I strive for neat and organized. This is the only way to see what you're doing! Of...