Appreciate any input on which East Oakland neighborhoods are best for buy/hold investing? Thanks.

I'm really struggling with this. I found a half-duplex in an A/B neighborhood (A+ school districts, growing area) that I want to buy. The only downside is there is a smoker next door.  While this is a highly desired a...

I bought my first house hack duplex about two years ago. It came with an old washer and dryer on my tenants side (which is a 3/1). My tenants just let me know the washer is broken and probably broken for good. I will ...

What are everyone's thoughts on Austin Texas?  I'm considering buying in Austin for my first investment property.  I'm curious what areas are best to consider with a budget up to $400k.  Open to fixers, SFR or Multi-f...

Hello All,I joined BiggerPockets a few months ago and have been exploring the site but have not yet posted or introduced myself.  I started investing in real estate in 2000 and had some decent success.  I even decided...

Good evening! We are in the process of researching local banks in order to set up a HELOC. Wanted to reach out and see if anyone has any suggestions or good experiences working with a local community bank. Also has an...

Hi Guys,I'm an Australian looking to get into buy and hold in the US market. How do people handle cash over in the states with bank accounts being so hard to get for foreigners? Should I bite the bullet and fly over j...

How much do you need to clear per door to consider it a deal? I'm looking at my first property and accounting for management cost (10%), the numbers (provided I'm not over estimating costs) aren't too appetizing. ...

College Student HousingHouse is half above ground in front and level in back (back door is flush with backyard)..No water really but is damp.  Want to tile I believe. Will do entire basement in tile.  Anything else I ...

Hi Everyone,I asked about this deal last December and didn't get any feedback. The seller evaporated and now she's come back ready to sell. Are my updated numbers right? Do rehabbers shy away from high HOA fees?Condo,...