Does anyone has experience in investing in Duisburg, Germany or surroundings (Düsseldorf, Cologne, Bonn)?

Hey Everyone, Newbie here trying to get some clarity on "gator" lending. I know, it's the flavor of the day, but it at least got me to to perk up. That said, I'm either missing something or this is another snake oil s...

After reading a number of articles and forum pots, it is quite evident that the new FEMA flood zone insurance requirements are adversely affecting a lot of home owners. It is amazing to think that property owners in f...

Is 6% return good after taking everything into concern ( pm, capx, vac etc). Should i shoot for higher return or not?

I am currently in the foreign service and a Marine reservist. I have my money diversified between my Thrift Savings Plan (maxing out), investments with my in-laws construction business overseas, an S&P 500 SPDR, a...

I've read in a couple of places that persons who have "made it", strongly recommend giving back. They have said that by giving money away, it has come back to them many times over. I haven't read any specific example...

I did a quick search in the forums and couldn't find a discussion about gentrification. I live in New York and this is a HUGE issue because basically the only "affordable" real estate is in primarily minority areas. T...

Are you a member of a local real estate club?

Please share with us the following:

1 - What is the name of your local real estate investing club?
2 - What do you like about the club?
3 - What do you dislike about t...

In my area there are a ton of house for sale or for rent. What should i be doing about getting a tenant into my rental? Lower the rent, waive the deposit/ last month. Some income is better than no income... No??? Need...

NEW YORK (Reuters) – Renowned investor George Soros said on Friday the world financial system has effectively disintegrated, adding that there is yet no prospect of a near-term resolution to the crisis.

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