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Hello everyone
I am completely new to this community and investing real estate. My situation is that I have about $200,000 self directed IRA that I want to invest in rental properties. What is the best way to do this...
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i have several rental properties that have appreciated significantly over the years in Philadelphia. I purchased these prior to graduate school and my wife's architecture degree. I can't decide what the best strateg...
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Hey experts was hoping to get some clarification:
The debt forgiveness act, which forgives up to $2M forgiven debt subject to taxation when the bank issues a 1099 during a short:
Is it ONLY for the first $2M of the ...
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Hey BP CPA's,I'm a DIYer when it comes to taxes (please don't yell at me) and until now my taxes have been fairly straightforward. In 2014 I was able to get a loan modification on a rental and of course I got 1099'd ...
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Has anyone used Unison or other similar type company to pull cash out of their primary residence for investing? They refer to themselves as "investing alongside of you and your home's potential appreciation" I won't g...
Now I am self employed with Insurance and beginning Feb. will have 20k-30k for downpayment on duplex triplex or 4plex to house hack. There is one I like that is $400,000 bit on expensive side. Is a FHA Loan the best f...
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How will a seller financed mortgage you had on a property affect getting approved for a conventional mortgage loan (on another property) from a bank? I'm assuming you would have to report it on the application wou...
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Has anyone ever got a commercial loan through an Insurance company? What was your experience, terms, and feedback?
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My current tenant moves out soon in my rental property and will be filling the vacancy. I have received interest from a retired tenant. Now, if they don't qualify for income of 3x the rent is it a definite no?Any ot...
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Hello. I would like to share my financial situation with you in hopes that you can help me formulate a solid investment strategy. Here are my current holdings:
$28K in Money Market Savings $13K Roth IRA $10K in Weal...