Alvin Neal
Detroit: The Blueprint for Bankruptcy!
We Are All DetroitDo you think the damage from the pending bankruptcy of the city of Detroit will be limited to Detroit? Think again. Detroit is partly the victim of economic trends far beyond its control, the down...
Jake Thompson
Realistic Return for Rental Properties?
So my wife and I have decided to purchase a quadplex here in San diego. We would like to live in one unit and rent out the other 3. Does anyone have a good rule of thumb for a realistic Return we can expect in terms o...
Alec McGinn
Invest or pay down student loans
Hello BP,
I just graduated with almost 85k in student loan debt. This is between my fiancée and I. Our household generates 95k in W2 income. Now that I have money coming in I’m not sure what is the best thing I shoul...
Scott Johnson
What Are Promissory Note Buyers Looking For In A Note?
Hey, Everyone!
I found a mobile home lot in a good neighborhood that has everything ready for another mobile home to be moved on and hooked up. I'm going to purchase it cash ($16,000) and originate a loan at $25,000 ...
Estrella Carolina Mckinney
Pricing or booking policies
During the holiday season, we strategically adjust our pricing and booking policies to accommodate the high demand for Christmas and New Year's vacations. Our goal is to offer competitive rates and booking flexibility...
Joseph Montes
Real estate agent license classes in Chicago
Hi, I'm interested in obtaining a real estate agent license as a first step in furthering my investor knowledge outside of BP and, of course, for the practical benefits: MLS access/being able to do my own deals. I ...
John P.
100K TO INVEST - WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH IT!!??
Would love to get some feedback / brain storming on the best way to break into the RE INVESTMENT game. About Me:I work in CRE Brokerage in Los Angeles, and representing tenants in the office leasing market is my focus...
Bryan Tasumi
Do most properties you buy cash flow positive?
Do most properties you buy cash flow positive? What percentage of properties that you purchase will cash flow positive when rented out? 95%, 90%, 80% or less? What is the risk of buying a property that does not cash f...
Collin Hays
Word from the Smokies: The patient isn't dead, but...
It's been a while since I have blogged on the Smokies. Feel free to check it out and discuss.
The patient isn't dead, but he's in a coma (biggerpockets.com)
Account Closed
Best way to finance your first investment property
Much of the advice I read says the best way to start investing is to live in your first home so that you can go FHA, making it a little easier to get started (lower down payment).My situation is unique in that my boyf...