I am an aspiring note investor and have decided to start by brokering to build capital.  Since these are common concerns, I should start by mentioning that I have no delusions of getting rich quick, am not misrepresen...

For those of you guys that still have day jobs... Does your employer know about your REI. I would like to hear the pros and cons of both sides. I will go first. My employer is fully aware that I am investor and close ...

Hi Everyone, long time lurker, first time poster.  I recently purchased a 6 bedroom/2200 sq ft. house near a small university in our town. The contractor that bought renovated it himself with the thought of putting co...

Hello all. My name is Michael M and I currently rent an apartment in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have zero experience in real estate, and I'm interested in learning how to successfully cash flow buy and hold rental ...

So we've got an accepted offer and have fulfilled all conditions. Had a bit of trouble with financing due to the type of foundation but that has now been resolved. But last night, just before our deadline, I wrote to ...

We signed up for Connected Investors 9-4-16. At the same time we where gullible enough to likewise put out information through the CiX site looking for lenders. Allegedly all the lenders on the CiX site have been vett...

So, I'm still learning the ropes and not ready to jump in to actual investing just yet, but I just wanted to throw my plan out there and see what people thought of it (especially Kansas City folk). Obviously the main ...

I am sure everyone has a different view on this  topic and of course it's dependent on what your needs are.Some perhaps will want an overseas trip every year, wining and dining every week, some  toys along the way and...

Hi AllJust thought I would share one of my recent deals.Been playing in the Atlanta market since 2011, its been very kind, an amazing ride as the market has continued to soar. In fact very low inventory, surprise surp...

Hello! I'm happy to be here on the BP forums.I'm just starting to look at investing in real estate. I live in inland southern California, which is more affordable than the coasts, but still more expensive than what I'...