Rich Ramirez
2% rule..is it still real?
I'm in Southern CA and realize, based on the Podcasts, that the 2% rule can still be found in the Midwest or perhaps FL. Since the market has picked back up, I'm wondering if it still exists...generally? Or have other...
James Wise
Is there way too much encouragement of no money down investing?
I constantly see new posts from members saying things like
Got a sweet deal, but no money. What do I do?How do I find private money?How do I fund my deal if I have bad credit & no income etc?I want to get started...
Brian Ellis
Gave my notice - Leaving security for happiness
A lot of people might disagree with my decision, or question it. But I am leaving a family business that I have been a part of for the last 6.5 years. I finally gave a months notice last week. This has been debated in...
Joshua Johnson
I hate this website.
I have realized I really do hate this website. Let me explain.I am brand spanking new and just learning at this point. I haven't been able, due to family situations, to truly do more than just learn. (and I am gettin...
TJ Walker
How to rationally select a long-distance market for investing?
I live in Long Island, NY, where hideous shacks cost half a million and only rent for $2000 a month, so I am excited about investing long distance. (My first investment duplex in NY metro is cashflow negative-I hadn't...
Brian Burke
Best markets to buy multifamily in 2016: A round-table discussion
At the beginning of each year I take the time to research and reflect on various markets throughout the country so as to provide a road map to my acquisition search for the year. As an active buyer of apartment compl...
Nicholas Weckstein
Do you lease or buy your vehicle ?
I’m curious what the community here has to say.
My dads in the car business and swears by leasing. I’m all about wealth building and assets and I think buying is the better option.
I’m currently torn between buying...
George Gammon
Adjustable Rate/Ballon Payment Crisis Ahead?
Below is a chart of the interest rate on the 10 year going back to 1880. As we all know the 10 year is a reasonable benchmark for mortgage rates. In other words, or what matters to investors, the 10 year determines ...
Alicia Marks
QOTW: How long did it take you to purchase your first investment?
Welcome to our question of the week! Based on last week's responses, we have a lot of lurkers that have not purchased their first property. Buying the first, or even second and third can feel pretty nerve wracking. So...
Tim S.
Investable areas between Seattle and Tacoma?
I'm thinking about buying some property in the general area <$200k. I want to avoid the bubble of Seattle proper. I'm a little bit familiar with Tacoma, it's a possibility, but wanted to know if there is an area in...