I hear people talk about having a business plan that they take to the banks or lenders to show what they plan to do with a property.i was wondering who is that person that writes up the business plan is it yourself, a developer, architect, a numbers guy or is it all of their information put in a booklet to give to the bankers for the loan.

That is very helpful information, it is much appreciated.

I wrote the above for informational purposes.

It doesn't have all the bells and whistles you need, e.g. property information or customization features.  

Assess the risk and potential rewards in each market, and consider seeking advice from professionals and experienced investors to make informed decisions. 

BP has a wealth of information - from the bookstore to BPCon.

They are unlikely to read it and then they'll lose it or throw it out.I created a one-page document with important information.

The purpose of the trip is to get a better understanding of the area as my cousin who has lived there has been my constant source of information and of course part will be to experience all the great things I have heard about Nashville.I was planning on looking at the following areas: Donelson, Bellevue, Whites Creeks, Madison, Charlotte Park, and Antioch.

Hello! I am looking to get into real estate investing, focused on rental properties. Apartment buildings intrigue me but it seems like a daunting task. Any advice would be amazing.

I am working with my brother in Alleghany County, but much of the information we find is outdated or is based on national averages, which is useless since Pittsburgh is a city with below-average homes and many blighted homes.