How are you structuring your bank accounts to accept rent, to know who paid, if you have an automated/online system?I have a 4 unit, that i have turned over from section 8/low income, to student housing.     I have te...

Hi guys, just came back from a friend's house after watching 'Robert Kiyosaki - 6 Steps To Becoming A Real Estate Investor'

I am wondering how can Dr Dolf De Ross bought his first property at the age of 17 years old ...

Besides looking at existing properties I've been researching modular/prefab build.
What I found so far, is that they are quicker and cheaper to build compared to conventional. 
They also seem to be way more green!
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Hi all,I made this post originally in the wrong section and had no replies, but this seems more suitable. So, I'm currently in the process of closing my first deal. I'm going to be house hacking a 3flat, and am wonder...

Hello Everyone,  We are looking to close a multi unit in Chicago and our inspector showed a picture of these two metal beams on the roof. These are towards the back of the building. He says they are not necessary and ...

I am just starting out in REI. I have a true passion for this and I want to make it work for the long haul. I have made some changes in my life that will allow me to dedicate a big chunk of time to this endeavor....

Hello everyone,
I am wondering if someone can tentatively accept a section 8 applicant based on if the program agrees to the rent being advertised. In other words, if I am asking for $2300/month and a section 8 vouch...

My name is Paul Strauss. I'm a fool-time real estate investor- no, that's not a typo :) and founder of The Windy City Round Table in Chicago.

I say "sort of" from Chicago because I actually no longer claim IL as my ...

Now don’t get me wrong – I’m not under even the slightest impression that anyone here is keeping tabs, or frankly even cares about my progress. That in mind, it’s still helpful for me to jot down my thoughts as I begi...

Hi everyone!My name is Kris Toribio. A little background information on me - I'm currently living in Skokie, IL. I'm a full-time graduate student at DePaul University pursuing my doctorate degree as a Certified Regist...