Greetings BP family:Our company is in search for recommendations for reputable GCs (licensed and bonded) in the Baltimore area with significant experience renovating flips and/or rentals.

My questions is, what % of a real estate investor's net worth should be in index funds and bonds, and what % in real estate?

So yes, waiving the inspection contingency greatly strengthens an offer (and makes it more valuable).

A good contractor has a paid up and in place workman's comp policy, a paid up and up to date bond and a paid up and current professional liability policy, and can provide a client with other professional guidance and resources.

I'm looking for solutions during a slide and have only come up with bonds so far...is there anything else that appreciates during an asset downturn???

China buys a LOT of US Bonds, driving interest rates higher if they react Trade wars can raise interest rates because they drive inflation, and the Federal Reserve is as allergic to too much inflation as I am to shellfish, and interest rate increases are their tool of choice.China is the biggest holder of US notes.

SELL SELL SELL and go into bonds when interest rates peak!

Hi @Jack Bobeck,Thanks for sharing the article, it sure strengthens some of the things I hear about Jacksonville.The thing is, I still dont manage to decide whether Jax is a good market for flipping as for buy and hold we know it is.Our group is heading to the US every couple of months and I believe the next visit will be in Nov.I would love to further discuss Jax and its opportunities with you.Thanks,

My plan for most of the money is to invest it for retirement in stocks and bond funds.  

CA DRE even want property management credentials. bonded