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I'm stuck between two life choices: 1. Become a CPA2. Become a Real Estate AgentThe complication: I have always wanted to get into real estate investing. My parents own apartments and for the last couple of years I ha...
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With 30 yr fixed rates close to the 8's, are we finally going to see a pullback in demand in San diego? That coupled with seasonality.
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A critical element of RE investing is access to good financing; rapid lender approvals and good terms provide an investor significant advantage in winning deals and generating strong ROI.For first-time investors or th...
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Your goals and story: Looking at purchasing a primary residence - not profit generating. We do not “need” to have this property, but would enjoy moving here if we can get it for the right price/payment. It’s a beautif...
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Hey BP Fam - I work full time in cybersecurity but I starting investing in real estate less than 2 years ago. I love it and I want to do it full time but as I save and continue to take a very strong salary from my W2,...
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Imagine with me, that your workday began with the usual routine, but halfway through your morning, you received the news you’d been laid off.
For most Americans, that means zero income starting tomorrow morning.
Now...
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Do you rent to tenants with no credit history? If you do accept tenants with no credit history what other filters (tenant screening) do you use besides the basics, e.g., employment history, past/present landlord and...
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Good Morning Fellow Investors,Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Warren Golston. I am a 28 year old service member in the Navy. I am new not only on the boards but to this transition to what I consider a steppin...
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I'm wanting to get into a multi-family house hack in 3-6 months. I'm currently not in my own place and would like to be on my own as soon as possible, an apartment is also an option.I started a new job 3 months ago th...
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I’d love to hear from people who got into real estate investing as a side hustle.How’d you find your first property to buy? Listing? Networking? Also, how’d you know where to look? I make a decent salary, mid six figu...