Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

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Joe,Actually we have been in NoteSchool since March 2012 (I think it was, time flies)..We bought both sides of the business immediately because we saw how they both go hand in hand, and it has been really helpful to keep a well rounded knowledge of how the business works.We are participating in all of the mentor tools available to us, and we travel to more classes and networking opportunities all the time.

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Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

I'm also from Detroit and currently looking for my first rental property and you're right, the forums are a great tool but I would also consider attending some local real estate events/seminars and networking with realtors!

As I often tell my students, “Refinancing is a powerful tool in your real estate investment arsenal.”Investing in Nicer Assets.

•Are there any specific resources or tools you recommend for market analysis?

Rates will be 10-13%, depending on the terms.A HELOC can be a good tool to leverage your equity for a down payment without touching your current low-rate mortgage.

Baselane sounds like a great tool for managing rentals, especially with the virtual accounts and streamlined rent collection.