John Armando
BRRRR with seller financing
Hi All,I’ve identified a property in my area that has been vacant for a number of years (previous owner passed away) and is currently owned free and clear by inheritance, based upon my research + local RE attorney. I ...
Gregory Calloway
Contractor says I can't buy my own materials
Good morning, I have a pretty reputable contractor that I have a bid with on a project and I asked him if I can buy my own materials which would save me on the mark-up. He informed me that he can't because he's not su...
Chris Moshier
First Duplex - Troubling inspection. Plans to Flip and hold.
Hi there! I'm Chris, and I'm under contract for my first home purchase (A duplex, which I plan on owner occupying and renting half). I'll make this as short and sweet as possible. I got a rough inspection back (Majo...
Andrew C.
Analysis of a Potential Rental
I am still learning the rental business and would like some thoughts on this deal for a rental. What would you rate this deal, scale 1-5? Purchase: $160,0003 bed, 1.5 bath in Fontana, Southern California1110 sq ft con...
Marlie Evans
Bonus Depreciation, safe harbors and Partial asset disposition
Now using the de minimis/routine maintenance safe harbors instead of bonus depreciation for appliances, carpet and the like. I don't understand why my taxes go up a few bucks when I change move an item (a kitchen appl...
Ben Einspahr
Using STR/MTR income to qualify for my next house hack
One of the most common house hacking strategies in the Denver metro area is the Airbnb House Hack. That consists of buying a single family home with some form of separate living space to rent out as a STR and help off...
Joshua Dorkin
How to Calculate Fixed Costs on a Rehab, Flip, or Wholesale
Part of analyzing a deal is having an understanding of the fixed costs that come with doing that deal. BiggerPockets Blog contributor, J. Scott wrote an incredible article to spell out the details for anyone interest...
Hoang Bui
Which General Contractor to Go With?
So I recently acquired a triplex on an FHA loan, and I am planning to remodel the unit where I will be occupying. I received three quotes for my remodeling project, but I am having a bit of a tough time trying to deci...
Dennis Kepcha
New Potential RE Investor![Calc Review] Help me analyze this deal
Hey BP Community!So quick background, I'm a commercial GC, in the industry for about 10+ years now, so I understand the industry from a larger scale, not much overlap into small residential, but have been looking to g...
Michael Brown
Potential First Flip!
Hi BP!I am currently looking at a potential house in Marlborough, MA for my first flip opportunity! It is a house built back in 1890!!!. My question is the following:Can you guys check out a FLIP Calculator Analysis I...