Randall Gaddis
New to and old dream.
Hello to all at bigger pockets, my name is Randy, I'm from the Knoxville, TN area. I have been interested in real estate investment since my 20's, although at the time, I thought it was just for a select few (wealthy)...
Anton Watt
Is Atlanta the best City to invest in?
I have been tracking the Real Estate transaction numbers, prices and return on investments in a handful of cities through out the US through the offices of the Networth Realty Brokerages. Atlanta has the best bang for...
Mike Knowles
Seeking thoughts on potential deal
I'm looking at a 2/1.1 SFH on the southside of Chicago. The neighborhood is a warzone, but this particular street seems better than average. It's close to a park, the train and a school. Both neighbors take care of...
Chad L.
Beginner's plan - good or bad?
Real estate investing has started to pique my interest lately, and it seems like it could be a very appealing "career" if you invest wisely. Being a 9-5 slave my whole life isn't appealing to me, which makes real esta...
Joe Schultz
IRA OWNS RENTALS, NOW 59 1/2. CAN I NOW MIX FUNDS W/PERSONAL
I just turned 59 1/2 can I now take money out of my self-directed IRA (SEP) without any penalty?
If I do, does this require taking social security as retirement? Are there any consequences?Do I need to wait until I ...
Austin Irwin
What Makes a Property a Good Investment?
Hi everyone! I wanted to know what is important to you when buying investment properties. Is it Cash Flow, Appreciation, Neighborhood, Tax Deduction, Hedge Against Inflation? Also, do you prefer buying SF, Condo's, Mu...
Account Closed
How I used my VA Loan benefits to purchase 2 properties
Hey BP!Just want to share my story fr those Veterans out there looking to do the same thing I did. I utilized my VA loan to purchase a house that is now a rental and then after a year, purchased a 2nd property with th...
John Tan
First Time Investor: Which Midwest Cities?
Hi All,I'm from New York City and looking to invest in a single fam or multi fam property out of state somewhere in the midwest or southern states. I don't know much about these states out of New York except for Flori...
Manish A.
If there is no buyers agent does the listing agent pocket all 6%?
I'm trying to understand exactly how agent commissions work.Is this correct - When a seller lists a house, he comes to an agreement on commission with the listing agent and this is typically 6%? What happens if he on...
Niv Levi
Multifamily underwriters, are they worth it ?
We have been buying multifamily properties for quite a while now. Before acquiring properties we have been doing all the underwriting ourselves. As we are growing, we are entertaining the idea of hiring a third-party ...