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Basically, I want to buy a duplex but all the ones in and around my area start at $400k+. Sadly these are rented for $700 aside in crappy neighborhoods. Seriously who the heck is even buying at these prices? Did they ...
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I noticed some BiggerPockets members asking about the rising cost in lumber and plywood, and given my background, I figured I wood (haha) weigh in on this subject. I currently work for a lumber company and I primarily...
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Hi! I wanted to introduce myself and hopefully connect with others with the same goals in my area. I'm a lawyer from Ottawa hoping to invest in BRRRR multi families in ON, QC and/or NB. I'm also a former travel agent...
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Hello All,I was curious if there are target metrics specifically in respect to the following from the [perspective of Risk/Target profile of deal:1. Purchase price per unit: is there a target range for this price per ...
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There is a property I am interested in from auction.com in San Diego.I am considering booking a flight since I live out of state and I know auctions are often canceled so I am worried about wasting the effort.On the o...
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Hello BP members,
Being locked inside and with few credits left, I have been spending a lot of time researching real estate. I've been reading, listening, and watching- basically any down time is split between these...
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I am looking at purchasing my first STR but would like some helpful hints......
I have a full time W2 career that pays very well. The plan is for my wife to manage our STR. What financing have you guys found works be...
SFH that is 20 years old with original roof ( asphalt shingles; located in South TX).There is nothing wrong with the roof ( that I know of) but should I replace it anyway due to age, or wait as long as I can?It will ...
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Rather long post ahead. I've thought through so many options and really just want to get it all out there so I can get some advice!My husband and I got a fantastic deal on our gorgeous home in 2017. It's a very well ...
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Hi BP!I am turning my former primary into a rental. I have rented out the spare bedrooms since I purchased it in 2016.There's a lot I hoped to do before the tenants moved in on the 5th, but some of the projects we sta...