Tim S.
Investable areas between Seattle and Tacoma?
I'm thinking about buying some property in the general area <$200k. I want to avoid the bubble of Seattle proper. I'm a little bit familiar with Tacoma, it's a possibility, but wanted to know if there is an area in...
Dawn Anastasi
Most dangerous neighborhoods in America
Just read an article on this and thought it would be interesting to share. 1. North and Northeast Auburn Gresham (Chicago IL)Zip code 606202. Washington Park (Chicago IL)Zip code 606373. Northeast of East Atherton an...
Carolyn Morales
Can a " Wholesaler" be a crook with a contract?
Should a wholesaler be considered shady if they are buying cheap off of mls and then doing a mark up to sell to another investor? What is reputable course of action for a wholesaler to earn and maintain trust of inves...
Michael Evans
Pre-Construction Flips
I want to get some feedback on an investment strategy I used in 2003-2005 that I call the "pre-construction flip". It works like this:Identify high appreciating markets (greater than 12% annual)Identify home builders...
MAR DOUDAN
What Real Estate Agents Wont Tell You and Don't Want You To Know
I’m a renter and I see the rental application process very differently than what the Agents tell you. The Agents that I have contacted, tell you to go to their website fill out an online application, pay the applicati...
Jeff Yates
New investor in Sacramento, California
Hello BP! My name is Jeff Yates and I'm a new investor living in downtown Sacramento. I am interested in purchasing buy-and-hold multifamily properties. I would prefer to invest locally, as community involvement is im...
Loring Hinds
Renting former principal residence- first time landlord
I have purchased a new home and intend to rent my current house. Cash flow will be neutral to slightly positive, but the Tampa market seems to be finally rebounding. My goal is to capture the appreciation that will ...
Daniel Tisdale
Buying a Rental Property that has negative cash flow in Austin
Hi,I have been presented with a very unique and rare opportunity to purchase the home right next door to me in a very hot neighborhood in Austin, TX. Because of this opportunity to potentially sell both lots to a deve...
Gene D.
hold or sell and reinvest
Hello everyone, thanks for taking the time to read this.I have a condo that currently can sell for ~ $700k, originally purchased for ~$500k, 30 yr fixed at 4.625, currently rented for $2,800. All other monthly expens...
Daniel Ortiz
Best Towns/Cities to Invest in MA?
Hey Everyone, Interested to hear where people in Massachusetts have decided to invest and why?Dan