I have been a full time investor for 20 years and been listening to the pod-casts ever since I found the site a year ago.  Thanks for all the great info!!  Sitting in Chicago traffic has been way more interesting list...

My first property has had two whammy's against it. #1 Numerous repairs from day 1.   Partly due to the property but partly due to a finicky tenant.#2  Property manager tells me the roof needs to be replaced - $4500 co...

Understanding a Mortgage Appraisal - Part 1

The first thing to understand is appraisals are not all the same or equal. In fact, each appraisal is unique to the needs of the specific client.
Mortgage Appraisals are...

I heard someone say land lording in California wasn't as good as other states and that it's more tenant friendly than landlord friendly. What are some cons about being a landlord here in CA?

Hi all, I am new to the world of real estate investing. I recently purchased my own primary home and I have been prospecting to get my own fix and flip deal. I have a mentor who fix and flips full time and will be ass...

Good morning everyone, I've been thinking about what I want my niche to be as an investor.  I've settled on small multifamily properties 2-20 units.  There are quit a few of these properties around the Atlanta area.  ...

I would appreciate help in locating note buying related documents, Note listing agreement, purchase agreement etc. ... I'm working with an investor/ 2nd lien holder to sell a note for a motel in California. Thanks,Arif

I've been off-and-on looking at real estate investing for years.  I've discovered just as many negative responses as positive ones if not more negative, which is why I haven't pulled the trigger.  I believe people sel...

I am based in San Diego and I am looking to invest in a market outside of my area. I would like to find a market that is (at least minimally) cash flow positive from the jump, but I am also very interested in apprecia...