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Hi BP Community,
I’ve benefited from the BP brain trust when looking for recommendations on property management software so having finally chosen one, I thought I would share my findings in case it helps someone else...
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@Scott Trench 's Set for Life has been recognized as a finalist in the 20th annual Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards! This is huge! Finalists represent the best books published in 2017. After more than 2,000 ind...
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Is it standard to use a real estate agent when purchasing small (12-unit specifically in my case) apartments? The info on the property is already available through the listing broker, I know how to run the numbers, an...
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Hi fellow BPers,I'm new to real estate investing, and am looking into SFHs as rental properties in the Dallas area. I'm trying to improve my methods for estimating expenses when analyzing deals, and I had a few quest...
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What are some common things to look out for when purchasing a condo, especially noting I'm a first time investor?I am soon to be afforded an opportunity to purchase 1 or 2 off-market condos in a prime location in a re...
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I am in my late 20's and have spent much of my life flipping and maintaining properties with my dad. Because of that I really enjoy home management, and have dreamed of flipping homes / setting up rentals. One thing I...
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Hey there!
I recently watched a YouTube video from BiggerPockets where they discussed using a HELOC for investment homes. It got me really interested! I was wondering if anyone here could possibly share or recommend ...
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Hey Bp,
I've recently began making an effort to ramp up my rental portfolio. Ive been meeting with a local lender I've used on several past projects. The particular project I’m having issues with is a SGL family I ...
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BP forum,
I am looking to get into my first investment and have a few different strategies in mind that I'd appreciate some input on.
I am currently a college student, but have enough capital to make my first inve...
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im about to do my first contract assignment--can someone tell me exactly how to do it? do i put the end buyer on the contract i initially signed or do i have to draw up another contract? and do i get my money up front...