I've been a landlord since 2008, but only about six months ago did I decide I wanted to get more serious about real estate investing. I'm an engineer by day, which is why every time I hear an investor or a guru say th...
I'm very new to real estate investing, however, not new to psychology. I grew up in a family that puts a lot of value in material possession. It does the good of giving a goal to aim at. when we have a goal we will do...
I always saw what the Bureau of Labor Statistics said about real estate agents. For instance, the newest stat for real estate agents is that the median salary is $49k (https://www.bls.gov/ooh/sales/home.htm).
I spent...
I love how all it takes is two governor races to make Republicans think they have a fighting chance. Keep the hope alive!
Real estate is super fun - and most of us are obsessed. But what do you do when you're not real estating?I'll go first. I love to hike, road cycle, and snowboard.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are searching for methods to open homeownership to low income borrowers. (This is not for investors) There is a trend to use attorney opinion letters rather than title insurance. The title i...
Purchased a property in my name with a 30 yr fixed mortgage (big corporate bank). Have sense formed an LLC. Planning to transfer into the LLC. Would love to know if anyone has done this and the bank called to load due...
What's the deal with the do not call list? If I find a property that has the potential to be a good wholesale property, can I call up the owner and tell them my interest. I'm talking no FSBO sign, no for rent sign, ju...
A couple disclaimers before I start:If you look through my profile and previous posts, you'll see that I am young (just turned 22), and also may believe I don't have the right mindset or maturity yet to start REI. Thi...
I am speaking primarily from a cash on cash return standpoint.San Antonio, TXDallas - Fort Worth, TXHouston, TXLooking for your personal favorites and pros/cons of each market. I am looking at SFHs and 2-4 units.