The tenant is a fairly popular seafood restaurant in town that is family run business and has been a good tenant (always paying rent on time, easy to deal with etc). They have been there for over 15 years. They are in...

Hello BP Community:I am in contract on my first investment property -- a duplex. I understand that many lenders want 25% down on multi-families for first-time investors. Any suggestions on how to negotiate with lender...

So I'm trying to take steps to put processes in place to help get the ball rolling. Theoretically I feel like this should work but reality, I feel like, is not this simple:Have a number of different realtors (possibly...

I have 7 doors, and I wanted to get some ideas on a better way to screen for tenants. Currently I’m using Zillow’s background check, and I’m screening all my  tenants  before they sign a lease. I’m having issues with ...

I've created a template and system for yellow letters. I have a list of addresses that I've gathered.  I need the names of the occupants, and am curious what would be the most accurate and cost effective way of findin...

Clarity please! When calculating a potential deal, is the "Rule of Thumb" 70% or 75% (i.e. ARV x 70% - Rehab = Max Offer)? Also, any recommendations for estimating rehab cost (i.e. ARV x 10% + $10k = Rehab Budget)? I'...

What is the general concensus? Is there an official formula (if so - state source)

I look at each apartment (or individually rented unit) and determine how many days of the year were paid (meaning, I do not care if ...

Hi Everyone,This is my first post and I'm very happy to have found this community!  I'm a wannabe investor... just gathering info at this point but I'm determined to make this happen.Anyway, my question is, I read som...

Attended a local REIA meeting where a person from Durham Housing Authority (DHA) did a presentation seeking landlords for GoSection8.com. It was stated in the presentation and on the site that properties could be up t...

G'Day everyone,Over the years I have spoken to thousands of real estate investors through my various companies.They all seem to be caught up on the "Financial Freedom" buzz word.I'm posting today to open your eyes up ...