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New to the forum and until last week-end had never heard of Self-Directed IRA. That being said, here's my story:A friend and I both have kids attending college in the fall. We've decided that we would save some money ...
I was wondering what will be a cost of building an apartment quality 1000 sq ft. ADU unit (2 bed/2 bath/ 2 story) in the san francisco bay area. any inputs will be appreciated. I am looking for a quote for constructio...
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Hello everyone.
First time poster.
General Background
Newbie investor
No credit available (poor credit and repo due to major health issue).
Multiple tax years of returns due (nominal to no income)
Unplanned ow...
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BiggerPockets experts,I am in the process of purchasing a property, and the survey has revealed that the structure extends about 5 feet past the property line. The property encroached upon is owned by the city. The ho...
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First, let me introduce myself to this great community. My name is Brad, I've had a career as an electrical engineer for the past 10 years. Investing is something that is new to me, but its also very exciting. I've al...
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Hi allI just bought my first house hacking property in bloomfiled NJ. It is a single family home in a legal 2 family zone with 2 floors and an attic. I plan to live on first floor and rent out the second Fl and attic ...
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I need help to improve my marketing system to generate
more deals. I learned this system from my mentor,
he is able to generate 3-12 deals per year using
this system, after trying it out for the last 2.5 years
and av...
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Have found a solid off market deal and need help! Details below. Off market deal. 18 units. 3 buildings. 2 bedroom 1 bath unitsEstimated purchase price $825,000Fully occupied. Value add opportunity during tenant turno...
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Good Afternoon...I'm a month away from closing on a side by side duplex that are occupied by two tenants who I'm inheriting. When do I send them a letter, notifying them that the rent (as of May 1st) will be payable ...
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I am in a process of buying a property to rent it out. I know that the cost of bringing the house to habitable conditions is only deductible when you sell the property. But since you can deduct property maintenance ev...