Hello all you smart BP people!I have a question for today:   How do YOU view debt?    Here are some sub-questions that you can pick and choose from to add to the conversation:--> What are your personal "rules" abou...

How does one decide how much capital to invest in their first deal? What percentage of your total assets should go towards a down payment for deal #1? I feel I should plan for the worst and be as conservative as possi...

I'm hoping to get some big picture advice on structure here, pros and cons of different options, etc.   I already have plans of meeting with an Attorney well versed in land trusts and Real Estate partnerships for the ...

hi BP,just want to thank you! stumbling on this site was the best thing ever!I don't have time to write out the details bc its still work in progress and I'm just updating you all on my journey here on BP.Thx for the ...

For Mortgages, including Primary Residence and Rentals, Do you choose 10, 15, 20, or 30 year terms and why? We tend to go fewer years, with the mind to pay down principal faster and so far all are buy and hold, with ...

A financial advisor has told me about using a Single Premium Immediate Annuity (SPIA) as a vehicle to lower my capital gains with the sale of my rental property.  It is to be setup as a structured allotment sale over ...

We are currently seeking investors' opinions on wholesalers & what Value have they brought you? Have they brought you any value?  Do you think that having a wholesaler relationship is a benefit to you as an invest...

I just finished Scott Trench's book "Set for Life" and let me start by saying it is a awesome read and I fully recommend it to anyone and everyone.In the book Scott bashes on typical retirement plans such as roth IRAs...

To the group:  As more and more "deals" cross my desk and I perform underwriting, I find that the vast majority of these deals are simply overpriced offerings - even in lousy locations, Cap Rates are around 3-4%.  Mos...