But small tweaks could change that.I’m seeing interesting stuff in today’s market — things that benefit both sides if they play it smart.Just wondering: Are any of you running these types of numbers before making a move?

QuickBooks or Xero will get the job done at a fraction of the cost until your portfolio grows.

I'm wondering if the reason for the gifting idea here is the heirs haven't considered the Section 1014 adjustment that's occurred?

Quote from @Christopher Ramirez Babinski: @matthew When do you usually start contacting contractors for your job? 

I am wondering if anyone else is having the same issue as me, or if I am doing something incorrectly.

I must have seen Chris answer this two dozen times over, and he does a real good job at it.

My dilemma is that I live in a very expensive market, and it’s been tough to find a property that offers good value and allows for positive cash flow.Here’s where I could use your advice:Do I keep searching locally in my backyard (where my W2 job is, and where living in the property would allow me to use the VA loan for house hacking)?

This new MLO is going to learn on the job by taking on simple tasks while she learns in exchange for a portion of the revenue.

.-- a prospective tenant likes the place in spite of your presence and you do not like the tenant for some reason other than their financials/credit score, LL reference, steady job, no evictions, and salary 3x rent.  

I am based in California but looking to invest in out-of-state rental properties to take advantage of better cash flow and more favorable price-to-rent ratios.Right now, I am particularly interested in :Markets with strong demandProperties under 80k-125K (single family or small multi-family)Areas with steady job growth and landlord-friendly regulationsMy background • I am a military veteran.