All right, this question is for my friends in those "expensive" markets that seek to invest outside of their own backyard:Part 1: When evaluating out of state markets, what factors influence your decision and why?Part...

Hi All,I have a house under contract and I'd like to get 3 contractors to go look and submit bids for rehab on the property. There is a tenant in place and the sellers RA says to give an hour notice before sending som...

Throughout the BiggerPockets platform (eg, forums, blogs, etc.), members constantly reference books and podcasts that have had a tremendous impact on them.  Some are about specifics like wholesaling, turnkey, buy and ...

Hello all! I am new to the real estate investor world and just joined Capital Blueprints as the Marketing and Operations Manager. I would love any and all advice, along with the opportunity to make good connections ...

My family (many are MDs working in medicare neighborhoods and doing well with it) taught me throughout the years how to identify buildings for a good professional use. We are mostly from NYC but I'd like to take the i...

I am looking to put up a 28 unit apartment building in Hollywood, Los Angeles. The lot size is 11,249 SF. It has to have subterranean parking. How much will it cost me with all costs included (engineering, permits, ma...

Are bank appraisals for loans on commercial property typically lower than comps? I have commercial property that comp'd at $44,000. I decided to sell it quickly for 1/2 price just to move it fast for $22,000. The b...

Hey guys,
Would love to hear from anybody with experience in San Diego, whether it be as an investor, agent, contractor, market analyst, etc. about what you "wish you knew" before investing/working in San Diego. I'm ...

Happy Wednesday BP! Integrity is the guiding principle at our firm, influencing every aspect of our work. This week, my team and I took a moment to reflect on instances that left us astonished at the lack of adherence...

My real estate agent brought me a deal from another investor. Purchase price is probably 5-10% below market value. A+ area which has appreciated 1-2% percent more than surrounding areas over the past 5 years. Only iss...