Greg P.
Where are all the deals?
In my market there is definitely a shortage of properties right now that are priced so the rehabber can make a profit. For example, once a property goes on the MLS, by the time it gets listed, it has multiples and it...
Ralph E.
Newbie from Northern California the Bay Area
My name is Ralph Easterling and I've been originating mortgage loans in the Bay Area for the last 26 years. I recently came across this site in doing my due diligent in researching "Transaction Funding" and "Whole...
Sam Leon
Ever bought a house on the MLS and never met the listing agent?
For those that goes through the MLS to buy properties and, have you ever bought one and never met the listing agent face to face? Assuming you are not an agent yourself?
I have one property I am in the proce...
James Davies
Seller is wants to kill deal if we test for Radon!?
I'm in the process of purchasing an occupied multi-family investment property. I booked an inspector to come out in a few days to test everything. The seller heard we were testing for radon and threatened to kill the ...
Michael Henry
My 2019 Forecast and Plan
Do I think a recession is coming? Yes. Do I think real estate is overpriced? Yes. Will I buy more real estate? Yes. I'm planning on picking up 10 to 12 properties this year hopefully before June. I have two propertie...
Michelle Lyn
Electricity bill doubled with new tenants. Can we investigate?
Hello BP folks! We have a 3-family rental in New York. 2 units have the same tenants for years. Other unit moved in in Sept 2020. Utilities are shared so we include them in the rent. We're seeing this winter that the ...
Erik Hansen
Best smart locks and security system for STR
Hey BP folks, looking for suggestions on best smart lock and security system (w/cameras) for a new STR I’ll be acquiring. I’ll be self managing from afar so I’ll need remote programming capabilities for both. After ...
Spencer Cuello
Short term rental regulations near Austin, TX
Hello BiggerPockets community! Where do people go to learn about short term rental regulations? I read online that Austin is banning the use of Type 2 Short term rentals. Also, I heard that San Marcos, TX has pretty s...
Adrian Hunt
Investing with 5k
Hello all I am new to this site, it seems great so far. I have 5,000 i want to start out with investing in Land or Real Estate, what is the best way to start with this small amount. Are their real estate groups in th...
Buddy Holmes
Anyone with experience with Mint or Personal Capital
Just finished the great book,"Set for Life". These two free online programs were mentioned as good for tracking your financial life. I was wondering if anyone has had experience with one or the other?