As I continue to analyze deals while I look to buy my first rental property, I've recently come to the realization that my initial cost estimates were probably on the low side. Just today, I think I've convinced mysel...

Hi Everybody--I've been watching and researching the foreclosure auctions in Hillsborough County (Tampa, FL area) for the last several months and think I'm ready to move to the next stage-- POSSIBLY bidding! ;) And, b...

I'm a newbie considering bidding on a few properties at an upcoming tax title sale. I'm in Louisiana and I'm a little confused about the bid-down percentage method we use. In the unlikely event the owner goes the full...

Hi all! I've been reading a lot of forums on BP and saw many people say that 5% down conventional loans on a owner occupied fourplex is no longer existent. 3 out of 4 lenders I've reached out to also told me the same ...

My daughter is buying her 1st home and she using her VA loan. Her issue is closing cost. I'm trying to find program that maybe able to help her . Thanks for the advice 💜💚

I’m experiencing a slight problem that I didn’t know existed until now and it may just be regional. (Mobile, Al) The two banks I tried to see what the numbers would be regarding a cash-out refinance, they only do 75% ...

This is a 2-parter. 1. I'm a real estate investor and property management company owner in Austin. I know Austin; I don't know other markets. I'm now looking to buy a SFH in another city and considering San Antonio, B...

I have an opportunity to buy a piece of commercial real estate in the downtown area of a small town.  Now I may be able to get a loan on the property, or other ways to buy the property, however, both of them will requ...

I was pressured to place an auction bid on behalf of an acquaintance of mine. I didn't want to do it because I wanted the house for myself, but he told me he would hire someone else (and outbid me) if I said no. ...

This is one of the most challenging things when you are new to real estate investing or BiggerPockets. Social media makes it look like everyone is an expert, but we all know that is false. Regarding the forums, it can...