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Zachary Becker Seeking Advice on Renting to Section 8 Tenants in St. Louis Counties across river
25 November 2024 | 10 replies
Are there specific considerations, tips, or challenges I should be aware of in these areas?
Ayan Amin Real Estate Strategies Don’t Align with Pakistani Market: Need Advice
26 November 2024 | 0 replies
I’m eager to learn and would be grateful for any suggestions or experiences you can share, especially if you’ve dealt with challenging markets like this one.
Jonathan Chan Things to look for when vetting your potential borrower
26 November 2024 | 2 replies
Here are some key red flags to watch for:🔴 Lack of experience: A borrower without a proven track record in real estate projects may struggle to navigate unexpected challenges.🔴 Overly optimistic projections: Unrealistic ARV (after-repair value) or underestimated rehab costs can signal poor planning—or worse, a lack of transparency.🔴 Incomplete or disorganized documentation: Missing detailed plans, financial statements, or timelines could mean the borrower isn’t ready to execute the project successfully.🔴 Over-leveraged finances: Borrowers with excessive debt or insufficient personal capital invested in the deal could pose a greater risk of default.🔴 Questionable property comps: Overstated market values or inappropriate comparables may mean they’re inflating expectations.As always, thorough due diligence is your best protection.
Luis Ramirez Seeking Advice: House Hacking with Airbnb and Second Mortgages
26 November 2024 | 1 reply
Hi BiggerPockets Community,I’m exploring house hacking using Airbnb as part of my real estate strategy, and I’ve come across a challenge I’m hoping you can help me with.
Collin Schwartz Trading W-2 for Self Management- 0-92 Units in 16 months!
1 December 2024 | 377 replies
Basically his premise is nothing makes money like money and that's what creates wealth inequality.I recommend this Econtalk podcast interview with him, the economist host does not back away from challenging him.http://www.econtalk.org/thomas-piketty-on-inequality-and-capital-in-the-21st-century/
Cameron Chambers Anyone in the forums from Canada?
26 November 2024 | 127 replies
Here are my initial thoughts:As a small landlord in Ontario, my experience over the past eight years has highlighted significant challenges in managing rental properties effectively.
Joe S. Laugh and the world will laugh with you. Fart and…
28 November 2024 | 9 replies
. 💪 You’ll have some wingmen along the way, sure, but it's all on you.Success will bring a squad of cheerleaders, but challenges?
Matthew Shea Single Family: Buy, Rehab, Hold, LTR
26 November 2024 | 2 replies
Challenges?
Ryan Smith Advice on Effectively Scaling and Attracting Investors
25 November 2024 | 5 replies
While the stock market is on the roller coaster, getting people to invest in real estate right now is just as challenging or even harder for passive investors to invest in real estate.