Jon Schoeller
Solo Roth 401k / Unique Situation
I will try to be as brief as possible about my situation but I do believe it is rather unique. What I want to do: I want to set up a Solo Roch 401k this year and have checkbook power of the account for investing in re...
Sean Golin
When does it make sense to pre-pay mortgage?
I currently own an investment property and have been considering pre-paying the mortgage down to increase equity but not sure if this is the right approach. My mind tends to focus on the increased monthly cash flow f...
Megan Greathouse
Making offers without an agent?
I'd love to hear from investors who make offers without using a real estate agent. Did you just find a basic offer contract that you fill out and submit? Any pitfalls to making offers without an agent?I have a real es...
Mark J.
If you had to do it over again...what would you do differently?
Whether you've been at REI for one year or twenty, if you were able to talk to yourself when you first started out, what advice would you give?Very much looking forward to see where this thread goes... ;)Mark...
Jessica Sorensen
Which strategy is better for starting out?: Higher rate of savings or higher net worth/equity
I need some advice on whether or not to take a deal... My husband and I are in the market for our first home purchase. The goal is to buy our first property, then a few more that cashflow, and eventually replace our ...
Richard Biechler
From 1 to 54 units this year so far.
I just thought I would share because I'm pretty excited really!
Being rather intrigued with real estate since I was 20 or so I have finally acquired some property. Circa 2005-2006 I built a couple of spec houses and ...
Isaiah Cuellar
Paying off a property in 3 years?
Good morning everyone, I was wondering, if I want a property paid off in three years, and I put 20% down, should I put as much as I can monthly (I can add an extra $4,000 per month) or, should I put the $4,000 each mo...
Douglas Middleton
HELOC 1st Lien Position
Hi fellow BP Colleagues! I am searching for a lender that will provide a HELOC in the 1st lien position on 3 rental properties I own. I am finding lots of evidence of this elusive loan product around the BP forums,...
Kyle Fitch
Why Real Estate Over Stock Market?
Hello, I’m new to real estate investing and was hoping some of you would share your thoughts on why it is better to invest in real estate over the stock market. So far, I’ve only invested in stocks and the idea of inv...
Carolyn G.
fully leased duplex in Dallas Metro
Thinking of purchasing duplex(es) in terrific Dallas area. Looking for appreciation, have long term outlook. These units are new with 1 year builder's warranty. $240K per duplex. Annual gross scheduled rent is $28...