The Real Estate Bowl

I received a quote for 6.8% today. Has anyone recently submitted an inquiry and received a better rate?

If you have less than 20% equity on your primary home, will banks allow you to get another mortgage for your next primary home?

Hi! I’m an Enrolled Agent & Tax Accountant who specializes in tax strategies to help clients legally minimize their tax liability by applying tax codes & laws. I offer tax planning, tax prepar… more

Spring/Summer home buying season are here or just around the corner for many of us. What are some First, Second, Third, etc. Time Home buying tips and lessons you've learned and can share?

One I learned the ha… more

Tell me about your next realestate development Project ?

Innovation in construction has the power to transform lives by providing safe, sustainable, and affordable housing for those in need, improving infrastructure, and creating job opportunities. By embra… more

can i qualify for first time home buyer mortgages if my now husband bought a home before we were married?

First time home buyer....I'm getting 5.3% APR which seems like a great deal at this time. Anyone getting anything lower on the east coast?

Buyers agent commission?

Does this sound right? I’m working with an agent I sourced through Zillow. I have no contract or anything with him. He wants a 3% commission. Usually the listings I see, 3 per… more

Need help with understanding what type of trust is right for me. The goal is to hold assets (real estate, securities) and obtain asset protection…do I need revocable or irrecoverable? I live in Califo… more

Should I use a real estate broker to list my rental property? Or can I get away with listing it myself on Zillow, Redfin (all the major platforms) and just posting a nice descriptions with professiona… more

Hi All,
Would you reckon buying a flat now or wait in UK ? if wait for how long and why?
Thanks in advance,

Thinking of leaving the construction field and going into real estate sustainably consulting/development. Been looking at the CBRE, JLL, EY, etc. Any recommendations on who may be looking?

Knowing that it will vary regionally and such, is there a rule of thumb when it comes to landord’s insurance? Looking to get a general rule so I can do quick gut checks when quickly comparing potential deals. Tha… more

We’d like to upgrade from our current house, but rent it out after we move since it will be profitable. Is it possible for us to qualify for a mortgage on our next house, or do we need to have a renta… more

What calculator do you suggest to see how much you could really afford for a first time homebuyer. I’m aware of the extra costs like insurance, etc. so just trying to figure out what’s actually feasib… more

For those of you with second/vacation homes, how many days per year do you use it? And how far is it located from your primary residence?

What’s the minimum down for a commercial property? 8 unit?

My landlord has offered for me to purchase the home I’ve been renting. Is there a need for an agent? Also, is there anything else I should look out for in considering the offer to purchase?

Sell vs Hold Tax question. I am building duplex that I was intending to hold for rental income. I’m considering selling once construction is complete to use the capital for a larger deal. Land cost =… more

What would you do with a $300k windfall and you are wanting to get into real estate for the first time? Asking for a friend

First time home buyer here. We are considering buying a house to live in it for about 5 years after which the plan is to sell it and move to a Dream House.
Need help to decide A) if we should buy a house at … more

Any TurboTax promo codes, anyone?

I have heard of some folks in Dallas who have been investing property deals where they partner together in building homes from empty lots and sells fully built homes 2 years later with a 100% return o… more

I have left over credits (use or lose) and have the option to reduce my purchase price or buy points. How do I evaluate the choices?

Anyone successfully negotiated a "cash back" from the developer if you bought a new construction home and didn't bring your own buying agent? Basically, you're getting a cut of the 3… more

What do you think is the long term outlook for short term rental properties for investors?

I'm considering shifting my investment strategy towards owning multiple short term rental properties in prime vacation… more

Met an investor who said he only pays $500 to real estate agent for executing the transaction for buying properties and agent shares back the entire commission. Is this really possible? I thought agen… more

Any sources for best practices in founding and structuring a real estate investment firm / REPE?

Has anyone done a carport conversion to garage? If so, roughly how big of a job was it ($$ and time)?

Hello Everyone,
I am a Masters student of Construction Management at ASU. I am finding it very difficult to get a summer 2023 internship.
Can someone please help me with getting into one? Your help is g… more

Lets start a discussion about complexities associated with construction in this shifting market? What are you guys experiencing? Let’s share notes and find solutions

I'm considering building a house that will take 10 months for completion. What happens if I switch jobs during the build to an equally or better paying job? Do I have to work there for a certain n… more

My rental property value went up by at least 100k and I would qualify for 121 exclusion on the 100k gain (I lived there 2/5 years). Would you sell it now and take the 100k gain tax-free or continue to… more

How does one efficiently transfer ownership of a personal property to an LLC - essentially I am trying to minimize my costs.
In addition, is there a way to avoid a potential increase in mortgage rates… more