William Mccurdy
Depreciation method preference
MARCS or straight line depreciation. So as I understand it if I use MARCS I will be on the hook for more in taxes when I sell the property vs straight line depreciation. Still with that in mind what is the preferred d...
Lance Lvovsky
Ultimate Guide on Opportunity Zone Tax Incentives!
Last Friday, the Treasury released their Proposed Regulations [REG-115420-18] on Opportunity Zones - possibly the best tax shelter created, ever! At Marcum, we are hard at work putting together insights as we peruse t...
Justin Goldwater
Newbie searching for a unique market (college towns)
Hello everyone - New to BP and very interested to explore the site. I have been considering jumping into real estate for a few years and I figured what better time than when the market is absurd. I like a challenge....
Agatha Michalak
How do I know where to invest?
Hi I come from the NY tri state area and I am not sure where to invest. What tools, or pros/ cons can help me decide if I should invest locally or out of state?
Kevin H.
Is Norristown PA, the next Hot Spot?
I saw a post earlier asking where in Philadelphia people should buy. Philadelphia is still quite affordable compared to the rest of the northeast and mid Atlantic. I know norristown has had some crime issues in the pa...
Account Closed
South Los Angeles Investors & Owners Meeting
Hello Bigger Pockets, My boyfriend and I recently purchased a property in South LA (near USC/Vermont Harbor). There are a lot of developments and changes occurring in this region of Los Angeles and we've noticed more ...
Eric Fernwood
How much are you losing every month and how to stop it?
Many people are waiting on the sideline, letting their capital ride where it is. The consequences of this inaction depend on where the money is parked. One of the big factors is inflation.
What is the impact if you l...
Martin Neal
My First BRRRR: Success or Failure?? LOTS of Details and Pics
Prepare yourself: this is a long post. I wrote this post for any newbies and for anyone with questions about the BRRRR process. I also wrote this to let you know about me and my process. Born and raised in Chicago Ill...
Elizabeth Luchenbill
New Investor from Marietta, GA--outside Atlanta
Hello! I've been doing residential real estate in and outside the city of Atlanta for the past 4 years. While I do enjoy the work, my ultimate goal was always to get into investing. I have been doing a very slow cra...
Steven Lebischak
When to apply the 50% Rule
While reading the Ultimate Beginners Guide I was introduced to the 50% Rule and the 70% Rule, and the 1% Rule I have heard was bumped up to 2%. I like the 70% Rule as a good guide to make sure you are getting a good d...