I should also mention that I am in a unique situation, in that my mortgage for my own residence is fully paid and I plan to continue to work FT (while slowly building my rental portfolio), so I don't really *need* the cash flow...

These properties come with their own unique set of challenges but for the right property can make a ton of sense.

Hi Experts,Need your assistance, I have a very good tenant (senior couple), the guy went through some medical condition and he called me to check if I can loan half of security deposit to him just to cover expenses th...

He has somewhat of a unique approach to the CPA business. 

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My first investment - purchase of 33,000 Lot in California.  My parcel map is complete and approved for 6 parcels with 3 single level duplexes. (Half plex)  Each home will have it’s own parcel number/own owner. The si...

First, I must mention that I am not asking for advice on "what to do next" or "how to get started" because I already have a vision for myself.I will try my best to keep my points short but I should readdress that I am not so ignorant to think that my way is the only nor correct way to live life for all people are uniquely special.Why pay to be taught when you can teach yourself/acquire free knowledge?

so based on the other BNBs that have a lot of bookings  in the area the inside should be unique and trendy and fairly upscale@Ethan Cooke-thanks Ethan, I like the efficiency/creativity of the model you have.  

You've got a few things going on here.If "there aren't comparable properties within the radius they're willing to search", then you've got a property that is unique and virtually no lender wants to lend on a unique property.The reason they're only using comparable sales is because the broker/lender is selling to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac and that's all they'll buy.