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My strategy thus far has been to find properties that cash flow $300-500 a month in areas that appreciate. While the cashflow I have earned thus far has been mediocre ($3k-5k/yr for last 5 years), the appreciation has...
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So I think the good news around real estate is only going to continue for some time to come. I believe we could see 5%-10% appreciation between now and 18-36 months on a national level and much more in local markets ...
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Hello BP community! After doing my research based on certain trends, I've decided to look within the Oklahoma City area for my first buy-and-hold REI. If anyone can provide any recommendations to a property manager,...
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Hello everyone, I’m looking to purchase a multi family property in New Jersey. Preferably a duplex to start out my investing. I’m trying to find areas in NJ that have positive job growth and economic development but t...
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I just closed on this 3 bed 1 1/2 bath 1152 sq ft house in Chapel Hill NC. Found it on the MLS listed for $125K. I offered $107,500 thinking that that was a really good lowball offer and they said yes! Comps around th...
I am in the process of deciding whether a potential flip in southwest Connecticut would be likely to be a good return on investment and one of the major hindrances I foresee is the heating system.Right now, the heatin...
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I love the BP community and I'm probably going to get speared for this post, but I'm tired of the drivel spewed on this website by really intelligent people in regards to various investment vehicles, but usually aimed...
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Out of curiosity, does anyone know why pink and green bathrooms were so common in older homes? Was it a matter of popular style back then, was there some sort of money saving component? I would like to know if anyone ...
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We are truly blessed in the USA to have so many advantages to real estate investing. Cash flow, appreciation, loan pay down, tax benefits, etc. With relatively low barriers to entry, it seems like anyone and everyone ...
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