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Thoughts I'd pass this interesting WSJ article on to readers. Overview: the how real estate market has neglected new entry level homes. There is very little supply which offers an opportunity for those with the skills...
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I have a 401k from a previous employer and interested in the idea of using a portion of those funds for long term returns (buy and hold rental properties). I have two questions.1. How does a self directed IRA differ...
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Hello All,
I've noticed for quite some time that REO properties rarely hit the local MLS and always thought that was odd considering the amount of REO properties that I am aware are out there in my community and the ...
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Hi Everyone, I'm leaving my job and have a 401k that I want to roll over into a Self-Directed IRA. Which companies would your recommend. I plan on investing in the Portland, Oregon area. Thanks in advance for time and...
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I've looked at six different companies and the fees are all over the place. The cheapest so far is Sunwest Trust. Their annual fee is $225 regardless of the number of assets. Their application fee is $50.
Am I gett...
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I am currently in San Antonio and have been for the last 4 years (Seller's Market - Hot). The deals are here but with lower margins and a lot of competition. The 70% rule does not work here in San Antonio - does it wo...
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Co-Living…I have seen a few posts here on this method but not as many as I would have expected. Most of the ones discussed here are house based not a building. I have seen start ups in NY, LA ect of large buildings ...
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Hi BP community,Is anyone charging a non refundable cleaning fee at end of lease or taking one out of the deposit? I am thinking of writing one into my lease. That way at the end of the lease I can line someone up ahe...
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If I am actively contribute to my 401k with my current employer, is that mean I can't convert that to self directed 401k?
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Would it be a smart strategy to buy NPN or defaulted mortgages just to foreclose on them for profit . Is this a good strategy.