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I have often read people post things like, "Lenders shouldn't charge upfront fees...if they do, RUN!" And for a period of time I seemed to agree with this. I have to say, I no longer do. Full disclosure, I work with...
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I decided to get started learning about getting involved in real estate, Id start by reading the popular personal finance books. I
started with grant cardones 10X (arguably an even worse grifter than
kiyosaki tbh)...
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Vendors are dropping off all types off goodies at my office. It's really nice.
Shouldn't savvy landlords do something for heir customers? Tenants?
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Vertical Integration - Savior to Multifamily (MF) Investing?You have to be living under a rock (if you are a MF investor) to not know the challenges MF is facing right now. Interest rates, insurance hikes, rise in rea...
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I'd like to get some advice and opinions on what to look for whence purchasing either existing car washes or suitable locations for new car washes.
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I see a lot of posts on BP about consulting, referring leads off to try to collect fees from agents when the parties are unlicensed.
Every place I know it is against the law. I can't speak on other states but...
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Hey all!
Starting to see some progress with my first deal I did earlier this year on a STR/Airbnb property I purchased in Nashville, TN back in April. Enjoying everything so far but im itching to land another deal i...
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Due to rent control laws and the difficulty of buying a vacant multi-family I am considering buying a house zoned for a multi-family. The only way any multi-family in LA could fit the 50% rule is by building a multi-f...
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I think the federal government needs to start coming down with stricter regulations for mortgage banks. I think they are playing too many games with tricky lending practices, all in hopes of getting business. Too ma...
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Hi, fellow investors
I have been an investor for 4 years and recently I purchased my first airbnb condo unit. I feel a little scared but at the same time excited, as I have been wanting to try this model for a while ...