Skip to content
×
PRO
Pro Members Get Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
$0
TODAY
$69.00/month when billed monthly.
$32.50/month when billed annually.
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
Already a Pro Member? Sign in here
Pick markets, find deals, analyze and manage properties. Try BiggerPockets PRO.
x
Results (10,000+)
Alec Barnes How Do You Ensure Quality Tenants?
9 January 2025 | 12 replies
We take a "whole person" approach.
David Martoyan Profit Through Adaptability
5 January 2025 | 4 replies
@Jake Baker Love the approach of measuring the total offers that you send, if you know your strategy most of the time it is a numbers game no matter the condition of the market. 
Richard L Buchanan Real Estate Investing
13 January 2025 | 9 replies
However, with careful planning and a proactive approach, you can navigate these hurdles successfully.
Jonathan Small 50% Rule vs DSCR > which do you use to calculate a good rental
15 January 2025 | 4 replies
However, they approach financial health from different angles.The 50% Rule is a quick estimate that suggests operating expenses (excluding mortgage principal and interest) will roughly equal 50% of the property's gross income.The DSCR is a more precise calculation (Net Operating Income / Total Debt Service) that determines if a property generates enough income to cover its debt obligations.Deal example:- Class C middle class neighborhood- 4bd / 2ba single family house- ARV: 190k- Purchase: 105k- Rehab: 35k- Market rent: $1,400-1,525- Section 8: $1,475- Property manager: 10%- Taxes: 125 month- Insurance $1250 yr- HOA: $55 month- purchased and rehabbed with all cash.
Rafael Ramos Seeking Guidance and Strategies
11 January 2025 | 6 replies
Are there better markets or hybrid approaches I should consider (e.g., smaller multifamily properties that accept Section 8 tenants)?
Dwayne Rowe Accessing equity from multiple properties
31 December 2024 | 11 replies
Interesting approach, how would multiple refi affect my credit score?
Karmine Cramer Hi I'm Karmine!
7 January 2025 | 4 replies
We currently work with out of state investors and provide a full service approach which can be used by in state investors as well.When it comes to investing I'm currently in the process of closing on a partnered 4 Unit in Milwaukee WI.
Zachary Palmer Help reaching an empty neighbor's house-(Trust owned)
6 January 2025 | 2 replies
A more intrusive approach would be to Google the owner name and see if you can find relatives and skip trace and call them.
Karen Smith The Rise of Private Lending: What's Your Experience?
13 January 2025 | 12 replies
I also completely understand the frustration of navigating through "Joker brokers" and fake lenders who promise more than they can deliver—one of the biggest challenges in the industry today.Regarding your approach to accrual-based repayment options, that’s a huge help for flippers managing tight cash flow, and it's great that you offer that flexibility.
Zach Howard New, hungry, eager to start while also patient. Large risk appetite.
10 January 2025 | 17 replies
Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.