Hi BPers,I'm considering whether to buy just a 5 acre parcel in 29 Palms or one with a 1950's homestead cabin on the property too. I'm curious to hear from those who've purchased either in 29P what challenges I face o...

Hello,While we have been owners of commercial real estate for 7-8 years, we are now looking at expanding our horizons and seeking to buy and hold smaller multi-family units (2-5). An excerpt from our (in progress) bus...

When should I talk to lenders (hard money lenders, private lenders)? Some people said I should control the deal (under contract) before talking to them because their time is valuable. While other said I should just go...

I recently graduated from college and I'm looking to buy my first rental property in the Reno/Sparks, Nevada area. I want to find a multi-family unit that I can live in and rent out the other units. I am still in that...

Hi,I am currently stationed in Yuma, AZ but I would like to start investing in small multi-families in my hometown of Roanoke, VA.  In order to get moving in the correct direction, I am trying to establish a team in t...

Today my lender sent me an email asking for the purchase agreement on a new duplex. He said that the appraiser has asked for this document in order to complete the appraisal. Is this standard practice? I see no reason...

I'm a new real estate investor who has made an offer on two Indiana properties listed as short sale by the owner who is behind. The bank in question is IndyMac Mortgage (now under One West).

I've made somewhat low...

Can I use my IRAs to start my real estate business and is there a way to avoid the taxing of the IRAs 

Hey guys, I know every market is different and it depends on the house, upgrades, etc. but just looking at getting my first place and am planning to house hack while going to school. I’m running some numbers on the bi...

Hey BP community! 
I have a property that I can obtain using seller financing. 
- Is it necessary to use an attorney during the process? I do not mind paying for the costs of one if the community says and will prote...