264: Rookie Reply: Building vs. Buying and Avoiding Capital Gains on a Sale

Real Estate Rookie

Weighing the costs and benefits of building versus buying rental properties? You’re not alone! When property prices go up, it makes sense that most of us start looking for loopholes. But the cost is only one thing to consider when it comes to real estate investing. Thankfully, Ashley and Tony have some tips for deciding which way to go.

Welcome back to this week’s Rookie Reply! If you’ve ever considered building an investment property or buying a new construction, you’ll want to hear what our hosts have to say. We also touch on whether or not your attorney’s location matters when you’re investing out of state, and how to qualify for capital gains exemptions. Last but not least, we dig into the differences between W2 income and rental income when it comes to taxes, and why one is so much better than the other!

If you want Ashley and Tony to answer a real estate question, you can post in the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group! Or, call us at the Rookie Request Line (1-888-5-ROOKIE).

In This Episode We Cover

When your attorney’s location might matter and investing from afar

Protecting yourself with partnership agreements in joint venture investing

The pros and cons of building an investment property instead of rehabbing one

How new construction properties can affect the refi seasoning period

Maximizing your taxes with passive income

Why moving every two years may be the smartest way to avoid taxes

Using a 1031 exchange to defer paying capital gains taxes

And So Much More!

Links from the Show

Find an Investor-Friendly Real Estate Agent

Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group

Real Estate Rookie Podcast

How to (Legally) Avoid Taxes by Investing in Real Estate

10 Income Streams on 1 Property by “Land Hacking” w/ Kai Andrew

Rookie Reply: Can You Put Offers on Multiple Houses?

How an “I Don’t Want to Invest” Couple Became Successful Long-Distance Landlords with Annie and Trey Johnson

Connect with Ashley and Tony:

Ashley's BiggerPockets Profile

Ashley's Instagram

Tony's BiggerPockets Profile

Tony's Instagram

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