Larry O'Connor
Starting out REI while finances being result of economy
So, I've been trying to start out in real estate by saving money but having issues as a result of economy. I'm middle aged and been working but jobs are becoming sparse being in Portland, Oregon which is going through...
Polly Wu
Fort Wayne Indiana-Current economy, development and rental market
I live in L.A. and just started looking into properties in Fort Wayne, IN. I was confused a bit by how big of a difference the rent could be for a 3 bedroom 2 bath SFR with similar conditions in different areas when I...
Casey Wohl
Based on the current economy, what would you do?
Based on the current economy with rising taxes and a slow exodus, what would your investment strategy be and why? Is it still a good opportunity for rentals or should we be looking to get in and get out (flips) as fas...
Patrick Hart
Where is the gap in the Denver service economy?
Hi BP gang, First post here. I am interested to hear from all types of investors in the Denver-metro area on what type of trade or service you think has the greatest discrepancy between supply and demand? I understan...
Bill Rapp
Will the US Economy See a Repeat of Stagflation?
This blog post explores the growing concerns among some analysts that the US economy is headed for stagflation, a scenario characterized by high inflation and stagnant economic growth.
Fears of a Shift: Strategist...
Josh Oaten
What happens next in the economy - Change My Mind!
What happens next in the economy…- The Fed will loose control of inflation, as they never really had control of it.- Corporate debt service default will increase in droves, starting with pensions and retirement funds....
Zackery Smith
Would a 7 arm mortgage work in thus economy
My bank said that a 7 arm rate would work very good for me. The rate is 6.8 now and will stay the same for 7 years then it will change every year based on the rates. What is your opinion on this? I already have a ho...
Aaron Keckley
How to forecast the future economy of a market
I have finished reading The ABC's of Real Estate Investing by Ken McElroy. In his book, as well as in the BP podcast he is in, he discusses that the preliminary research of any real estate investment isn't a proper...
Mindy Jensen
NEW E-BOOK… Make the economy work for you!
What will you do if the market crashes?How will a recession affect your business?Prepare yourself to take any recession in stride! In Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing, accomplished investor J Scott dives into the...
Dan Hughes
Trying to figure out REI in the current economy
Hi All. New member here. Considering REI but trying to educate myself first. Biggest concern is how to gain cash flow in the current economy with high house prices, increasing interest rates and flat rental rates. I c...