I'm debating if tiling the master bath shower is better than a plastic surround.  It measures 32 x 32, 72 sq. feet,  in a VERY small bathroom in an inverted L shape.    The main hall bath has a soaking tub and shower,...

I am considering buying an investment property that would require me to take out a loan. This is my first time doing this. What is the minimum downpayment I will need as it will be a non owner occupied loan that I wil...

There are quarter/half dollar size chunks of (old) carpet padding on the hardwoods of a unit I just bought. They are so old, the chunks have more of a hard "gummy" texture to them and are stuck quite nicely to the fl...

Hi, BP Group -- I have not been at all active on here, due to massive changes in my full-time job.  Company was bought out, then merged and so in two years I've been focused on that.  Well -- I'm in Phoenix.  Have a s...

Hi everyone,My name is Abe Peters, i live in Norfolk County, Ontario.I recently learned about the Brrrr method, wish i would've known about it before we purchased our first home.My wife and i are planning on purchasin...

Hi all,

A big advantage of real estate is that it can be a large tax writeoff. The "depreciation" and mortgage interest writeoffs can save quite a bit.

If I invest in say mexican or canadian real estate will I lose ...

closed my first duplex today and I really just wanted to share , bigger-pockets help me take action

My family owns a nice commercial property that is paid free and clear, and we have a long-term A+ tenant. We have a triple net lease that will most likely extend for the life of the lease. 5 year, 5 year extension, th...

Hello!I'm currently researching low cost methods to market in my North Austin/Cedar Park/Leander area, and I wanted to know what has been successful for other investors in the area. I am saving up to by a couple of li...

I want to increase as much as l can the value. Can first time home buyer use the BRRR method?