Dan D.
Beginner with $200k
So, I do not own RE but want to use my savings of around $200k which is currently sitting in the bank and losing value, to buy some properties to get some decent cash flow.My friend has been buying SFH's in North Caro...
Nate Wilson
How important is it to follow the 50% or 2% rule.
Hi II am a newbie and looking for some advice on a property in Wear Nh. There is a duplex for sale for just under 200k. It generates $2000 on rental income and according to the calculators mortgage, taxes, and insuran...
Angelo Behar
Appraisal came in low, is it still a good deal?
Hello BP, I hoping for the valued opinions of the BP community for my current predicament.A purchase agreement was signed by both parties for the price of $152,500 for a 3/2 owner occupied, with two 1/1’s attached ren...
Zach Simpson
Why Would You Do A Month To Month Lease?
Hey everyone!My wife and I are very young (both 21) and we have our first baby due in October. To make a long story short: I am wanting to get a headstart on real estate investing. As of now, I am really thinking it i...
Michael Johnson
Tax sale overages process
As a new investor certain areas of real estate are appealing; however, the aspect of low risk, no money down with unlimited opportunity for profit is the most sort after. We all know no area of real estate is complet...
KIran K.
Worst FIRST FLIP: LOST OVER 100k
Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment in Sacramento.
Purchase price: $350,000
Cash invested: $50,000
Sale price: $415,000
It was the worst first flip because we hi...
Marylynn B.
Best areas for cash flow on east coast
I know this is a loaded question...I am selling a property in NY and live in Maryland. I do not like the idea of an out of state rental but looking for a good area for cash flow and the least amount of headaches. I...
Shiloh Lundahl
Partnership Gone Bad: What would you do?
Here are the facts. I'll try keep it as unbiased as possible to get some honest feedback from other investors.Last year I met an investor who was flipping houses in Phoenix. I connected with him by email a couple of t...
Gary F.
San Jose ADUs. Experiences to share?
Hello Bay Area BP folks and others. I've been wanting to invest in real estate for awhile. To get started with a low budget I've always thought an in law unit aka ADU, would be a great way to start. My backyard thou...
David Dachtera
New Investors: Get Educated or not?
Hello! David Dachtera here.This post is going to be a bit unpopular on Bigger Pockets because it's about education - Real Estate Investing education. The site as a whole has rather a strong sentiment against paying fo...