I have had tenants tell me all manner of stories to explain why they were late with the rent. Sometimes, my empathetic side comes forward and gives them a free pass. I know that I must surely have been hoodwinked befo...
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Hi fellow BP fans,Considering mid-term rentals (MTR) for my single-family home (near two hospitals, targeting traveling nurses/doctors). Most MTRs in my area include utilities, but my California property has very high...
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The market here in Rhode Island is very hot but VERY overpriced with little room for ROI. I am starting to consider investing in out-of- state real estate. Where are the best up and coming markets? I finally realiz...
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Hey all - Looking for feedback and "must-haves" for those in the short-term rental game. I am looking to acquire primarily single-family properties as well as provide more value and insights to investors seeking the s...
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I'm trying to buy rentals in a transitional neighborhood where some streets are rough and some are decent. Violent crime is some of the lowest around but property crime is kind of high (I guess the thieves are chicken...
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Hello! I'm Ann Marie and I live in West Philly. I have five properties and am interested in expanding my portfolio in the West Philly area, preferably with multi-family and apartment complexes. I am open to creativ...
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Hi,
My husband and I have made the affirmative decision to begin investing in real estate around this time next year. We both have day jobs and our long term goal is to be completely running and managing our...
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Hey bigger pockets! new investor here from Tucson, Az. I have had some small involvement with the community, but as Josh, Brandon and David always say participation on the site leads to deals and friends so... like i ...
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Which of the following would you say is the soundest investment during this time of the coronavirus/recession--which may last a couple of years--in terms of stability, ROI, and location (urban, rural, near a school/ho...
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My first post here and maybe just a bit more of a vent and looking to get clarity. I have a house, 3 levels, has 3 separate entrances, kitchens, bathrooms. Current set up is; me on main floor 3 international students...