12 November 2025 | 15 replies
My goal is to build a strong foundation for long-term financial freedom while learning from experienced investors here in the BiggerPockets community.Professionally, I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Specialization in Supply Chain Management and a Minor in Business Analytics.
12 November 2025 | 4 replies
Quote from @Adam Macias: A 50-year mortgage sounds like affordability — but it’s really it'll be debt that never ends. lolOn paper, stretching a mortgage from 30 years to 50 lowers the monthly payment, yes.But in reality, you’re paying far more in interest while barely building equity for decades.If you buy a house at 25 years old if you're lucky, you'll be 75 when the mortgage term ends...It’s housing that feels like ownership but functions more like renting — just with a longer contract and a higher total cost.The real problem isn’t the length of the loan.It’s the affordability crisis that’s forcing people to consider lifetime debt as a solution.Until we address prices, wages, and supply, extending loan terms only delays the inevitable...The further elimination of the middle class chasing the American Dream of owning a home.
3 November 2025 | 14 replies
It's important to note, there are two big economic factors that contribute to declining rents (supply & demand).
7 November 2025 | 28 replies
if its an investmenet property - there are not many ( if any) lenders doing regular or DSCR loans on rental MH homes
13 November 2025 | 0 replies
New listings saw meaningful increases, up 12.7% in Austin and 7.9% metro-wide, while active listings climbed 9.2% in Austin and 12.4% in the metro, boosting overall supply as more sellers return to the market.Inventory levels continued their gradual rise.
13 November 2025 | 39 replies
As populace grows, so does the money supply need to grow.
3 November 2025 | 8 replies
I'm also regularly seeing other investors buy below 70% ARV straight off the MLS and below 50% ARV off-market for houses around the median which is $825k here as of Q2.
3 November 2025 | 2 replies
Adding the ability to run sensitivity analyses for ARV, rehab costs, or holding period can help flippers stress-test deals and make the tool valuable for regular use.
5 November 2025 | 1 reply
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5 November 2025 | 12 replies
.🧑🔧 Contractor Labor & Supplies – Any materials or hired help for property improvements.🚗 Mileage/Travel – When traveling to inspect or manage rental properties (keep mileage logs).💻 Office Supplies & Software – Including bookkeeping tools, printers, and even part of your home office.Creative Ways to Give Back — and Still SaveGiving back can also be tax-deductible when done thoughtfully:🎁 Tenant Appreciation Gifts: Small gifts such as gift cards, snacks, or holiday baskets (under $25 per tenant per IRS rules) can be deductible as a business expense.🏘️ Community Donations: Contributing to local charities, shelters, or community events near your property may be tax-deductible if donated to a registered nonprofit (501(c)(3)).🧤 Property Improvement Drives: Donating old appliances, furniture, or materials from renovations to nonprofit organizations like Habitat for Humanity can qualify as a charitable deduction.Pro Tip:Before December 31st, review your receipts, invoices, and bank statements.