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Hello Everyone, I am new to the game of flipping/rehabbing and would like to network with a couple in the local LA or CA market. I have done multiple rental properties and have read a couple of books on rehabbing. I u...
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Hello,First time buyer and have interest in a property.But, on some websites a section "Climate Risk" indicates "Flood Risk" with
rating of 6/10. All neighboring houses around this house have a rating
of 1/10...
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Hello everyone,
I'm seeking advice on purchasing my first rental property. I've found a single-family home and plan to rent it to master's students to generate income. While I understand this venture requires active ...
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Hi all, In MA, my understanding is that landlords have to hold security deposits in a bank within the state that is interest bearing. The one I've been using requires me to go into the bank to sign with each tenant tu...
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What are people doing in response to google voice dropping support of the XMPP protocol and iPhone apps on May 15th? Does anyone have a recommendation for another VOIP product?
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I own a few short term rentals and I am in the process of purchasing another. This new property has a great area that I would like to use as a game room. I am familiar with bonus depreciation when purchasing and fur...
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Can someone please explain what the use of depreciation expense or depletion on a rental property is? I understand how the number is calculated. I'm a little unsure of the tax implications and how that works. It ju...
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Hey BP Community, I am still relatively new to the real estate industry at least in the sales side (have been a leasing agent for over 3 years). I wanted some general information that would be important to pass along ...
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Hi, if I am a new GP to a syndication. What legal documents should I expect to sign or be responsible for? I understand the operating agreement is a must. Do I also have to have my own attorney review the P&S , Do...
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I completed a 1031 exchange in 2023. I understand that PA finally conforms to Fed IRC 1031 eff 1/1/2023. I'm filing my taxes using TurboTax and completed form 8824 for Fed purposes. When I get to PA taxes, I see the d...