I'll keep in brief. What is the general philosophy regarding paying off an investment property?I'd really like to hear the opposing sides. More equity means lower payment and higher monthly cashflow...my beer math tel...

Random question!  It's just recently occurred to me that I'm regularly holding $10k+ in security deposits.  I'm sure many of you are holding $50k, $100k or $200k in security deposits.  What would be a good place to pu...

Interesting model. Subdivide a commercial space at busy shopping plaza into small studios designed for hair stylists and beauty boutiques. 100 to 300 square feet, all utilities included, insurance, security as well.  ...

Hi all, I am a new member to biggerpockets and extremely excited to join the team! As the subject line says, right now I am looking to start investing in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul area in Minnesota. A little backgrou...

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I come seeking more advice from everyone. I have mentioned before that my first investment property would ideally be a multifamily duplex/triplex/quadplex. I have created a criteria of ...

I must not be seeing eye to eye with many investors added with the fact of how new I am... but here it goes... I'm into buy and hold properties and I'm thinking of making my first purchase soon. The thing is, I kno...

Let’s say I hate my regular 9-5 job and want to get started in some form of real estate investing full time, and need to make at least $4,000/month to survive at my current standard of living. Which real estate niche ...

I know an IRA can be used to purchase real estate, but can I combine IRA funds with non-IRA funds to buy a single property?  I.e. I would see it as a partnership from a tax perspective, with IRA owning a portion, and ...

My first flip is listed on the market and should be selling soon. I was just wondering if there are any strategies or things that could be helpful to me on the capital gains. Im pretty sure in texas you have to own ...