Douglas Larson
What we did with a Self-Directed IRA . . .
About 3 years ago my Wife's 85K IRA was making mediocre returns and we decided it was time to use it for real estate, which we understand far better than stocks. We converted it to a ROTH and took the tax hit in a ...
Jennifer Fox
Advice For Removing Nightmare Tenants
We recently took a job in CA and had to list our 1905 Historcal home that we renovated for sale in a market that is not ideal for selling a home in rural Upstate New York. Knowing our options were limited we agreed to...
Mindy Jensen
Who are my opportunity zone experts?
Who are my opportunity zone experts? I have an opportunity to invest in a building/business in an opportunity zone in my hometown. I have some stocks to sell in early 2019 which will fund the purchase. How do I note t...
Marcus Kennedy
Should I rent or sell?
Hey Biggerpocket experts....I was hoping you all could give me a little advice as to what you would do in my situation. I'll try and fill you in as much as I can and then you can either answer or ask more questions to...
Nicole A.
Baltimore water bills and tenants
For those of you investing in Baltimore County Maryland--and especially with multi-units--how do you handle the water bills?-Do you pay it yourself and "include" it in the rent?-Do you have a method of determining whi...
Kush Patel
First Multifamily Deal: 60 Unit Apartment Complex
Hi all,I am working on my first multifamily deal and would appreciate any advice you can offer. I have experience owning and operating other forms of RE (SFH, Industrial) but have decided I'd like to go the multifamil...
Mark S.
Crowdfunding 50-Unit Deal: Are These Fair Terms?
I have an opportunity to invest in a crowdfunding, 50-unit opportunity with the following terms:- 8% preferred return- 25% net rental income- 50% profit upon sale Property management fee is 7%. Markup on maintenance ...
Rosalie Taran
Over $500,000 equity in personal home-unsure how to proceed
I am really struggling with this decision. I own a home in Santa Clara, CA with over $500,000 equity. Maybe as much as 6-800,000 in equity. We will be moving to Idaho next summer. We have a daughter who will be start...
Aaron S.
Trying to dig myself out of a little hole; advice requested
33, salary 95k, MCOL area. $4,000 in credit card debt and I pay $400/mo child support. Other income is ~$300 in disability income and ~$250 from teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on the side.live with girlfriend who makes ...
Joe Gogal
Aspiring House Hacker in DC/VA/MD Area
Hi BP Community,
First of all, I want to thank everyone for sharing their knowledge and experience with the rest of us!! I have benefitted so much from reading these forums and learning from the pros.
I am looking ...