Need some help on this matter.My sister has a home in Torrance, CA. It's worth around 1.15mil. She has 245k left on mortgage plus around 100k equity loan she used for kids school. Around 18yrs left after last refinanc...

What is everyone's thought on the initial expendature of funds on propfessional services such as financial planners, attorneys, CPAs, etc. Do you foot the bill upfront, or go at it alone and hope you don't make a mist...

I am new to real estate investing and still work a full time job.  I don't have much time or energy at the end of the day so I need something passive.People have been recommending notes to me.  I don't know very much ...

Reading @Brian Wilson's  recent post about a lender telling him "No", it got me thinking.How do you create a relationship with a lender? I hear this advice frequently, and also have been known to suggest it from time ...

If I buy a duplex and live in one side, can I create an LLC to control and protect both sides?

Basically I want both rent payments to go to the LLC to pay off the mortgage faster. I figure if I have to rent an apart...

Hi Everyone,
I converted my 2-flat apartment building into a legal 3-flat using a cashout.
Appraised at $425k, new mortgage at $2330 at 4.35% currently owe $305K now.
Property may conservatively appraise at $525...

Hello, I am interested in how you form an REIT that can be traded on the NYSE? From what I've read you need to start an LLC for the initial property that you purchase, then you need to get 100 investors.

I would love...

Hello -  I would like to ask investors in New Jersey (or anywhere) about expenses to consider when you are analyzing a multifamily property to househack- snow removal, lawn maintenance, etc.  I just want to make sure ...

Hi! I'm new BiggerPockets and REI in general. I mentioned in my New Member Introduction that I'm currently researching strategies to enter the local Phoenix are market. Has anyone had trouble convincing their spouse t...