Paul B.
Why are there so many ex-engineers in REI?
I've been a landlord since 2008, but only about six months ago did I decide I wanted to get more serious about real estate investing. I'm an engineer by day, which is why every time I hear an investor or a guru say th...
Robert Jensen
BMR Housing San Francisco vs Sacramento Rental
I have been putting offers on houses in Sacramento. I have been living in San Francisco most of my life as a renter (24yrs). I just won the lottery for a BMR 1 bedroom in Hayes Valley for $250k.Ultimately, I would lik...
Omar Khan
Passively investing or holding onto cash?
I've been a sideline student of real estate for many years but I'm hoping to take the leap into passive real estate investments in the near future. After much research and consideration, I've decided that I don't have...
Blake Ramsey
How to analyze a markets performance?
Hey everyone, my name is Blake and I'm an aerospace engineering student based in Springfield, Mo learning everything I can about the world of REI. I've been doing a lot of property analysis... Analysis's... I don't kn...
Andrea E.
Looking 4 inspectors/property mgr/input on closing 1st duplex!
Hi there!So the sellers accepted my offer!! This is my first home, and first multi unit property!!! The short of it is that I am looking for inspectors for mold and sewer pipes for sure, and am contemplating adding in...
Andrew Wells
Building A Small Property Specifically for Short Term Rental
I am considering building a small "home" (1000-1200sqft) specifically for short term rental in a tourist destination area. I am aware there are often minimum sqft requirements for a home but will cross that bridge la...
Janice Manola
Commercial Real Estate agents commissions
Hi all, I am new to commercial. I interviewed one agent. He told me that in order for him to look for properties for me, I have to sign a contract with him so that he will be my sole agent. On top of that, he ch...
Adam Widder
Where to store rental reserves?
We're going on 3 properties, and I'm wondering where others store their reserves for their rental properties? My general rule of thumb was 6 months of PITI, which I have in a savings account. As we go to 3 properties,...
Omid A.
SOLD! $45,000 profit to start the New Year.
Hey BP,I've yet to post any of my projects on here and they happen to be my favorite type of posts to see from other members so I figured I'd share one. This is a flip in Tigard, Oregon (suburb of Portland) that just ...
John K.
software
I see other posts out there about software for rental properties. I can't seem to find any good solution that is designed more for a small portfolio rental property owner, and not for a property management company...