Tom Kaider
Buying and Leasing a Freddie Mac Homestep (first look) purchase?
My friend asked if she could buy a condo under the Freddie Mac Homestep program, with cash, but then immediately install tenants. My mind tells me that when she tries to apply for parking stickers, the HOA Board of D...
Mike Schorah
What are some things I need to be aware of when purchasing a heroin house?
A very nice grandmother of a heroin addict wants me to look at a drug house that was inherited. I’m wary.
Do I need a respirator and Tyvek suit so I don’t come into contact with possible fentanyl?
Should I worry...
Jeremy Headrick
Newbert, the aspiring investor from Maryville, TN
Hi, all!Wanted to finally take a moment to say, "Hello!" Soon-to-be investor hailing from Maryville, TN ( pronounced Mur-vull ) to scene with zero direct experience in real estate. Over the past month, since discove...
Kelsen J.
Newbie Wholesaling vacant properties in DC area
Hi BP Members,
I'm a newbie investor interested in Wholesaling properties in the DMV area. I've read that vacant houses are really good for wholesale deals. I found a list of vacant & blighted properties ...
Sam Valme
Proven Methodologies for Market Analysis
Hello BP! Just wondering, what are some ways ya'll do market analysis. Sites? Calculators? RSS Feeds? Looking for information like:PopulationCrime rateSchool caliberMajor industriesBeyond that, anything else we should...
David Putz
Website provides if utilities are on?
Just wondering if anyone has discovered a website that will check the status of utilities? If they are on/off and possibly who's name is on the account.
Spencer Speckles
Fun article regarding big data and rental rates
This article is relevant to all companies who do market analysis to determine rental rates, but focuses on Yardi Systems and RealPage:https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/thanks-to-big-dat...
Josh Nix
Quick Flip in Lincoln, NE
I'm a private money lender in Lincoln, NE. Our average loan length is 5.25 months. But this partner? They completely shattered our expectations by completing this flip in just 57 days from close to close. Talk about g...
Account Closed
Found out tenants violated no pet policy after the fact
I recently had tenants move out and discovered evidence that they hid a pet in violation of the no pet policy. What avenues of recourse do I have regarding their violation of the pet policy? Would I be able to withh...
Gary Millar
New to BP
Hello everyone! I have recently discovered BP thanks to my friend Bruce. There seems to be a wealth of information here, and I am thankful for that. I can't wait to join in on some discussions.I am here to learn more ...