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Hello BP,I got so caught up learning I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Scott Ballard I am currently a co owner of an automotive repair shop. I have had a passion for fixing things and fixing things up since I w...
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Hey folks,As the title indicates I'm a beginner as far as private lending goes. I had one deal that fell through when I didn't know enough and I'd like to avoid that trip up when the opportunity arises. I'm looking fo...
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I am just getting started in real estate investing in western Pennsylvania. Should I start an LLC as my first order of business. I have a full time job but will be investing in real estate full-time with in 5 years.
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Texas seems pretty straightforward when it comes to setting up an LLC with a partner. Would you recommend doing it myself or hiring an attorney. Please give a straightforward answer- i know you're not an attorney and ...
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Hey BP,I am looking to Cash out Refi to help grow my portfolio quicker! I have never pulled cash out of any of my properties any tips and tricks are welcome? Is there any cash refi loan programs out there that my be l...
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First time doing an STR and I want to put it in an LLC to shield my other assets as best as possible. I've read the pros/cons of LLC vs only doing umbrella insurance and I'd prefer to do the LLC route to minimize risk...
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My wife and I are moving into our house that's south of Denver (Castle Rock) with the intention of househacking it. There's a mother-in-law's suite in the basement that can be accessed through a separate external entr...
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Hello All!
New to this game and this site! Looking forward to the ride. My question is that I'm moving from my current single family home to a new residential single family home. Planning to rent out Home #1, but wou...
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I have a section 8 property with a tenant I inherited that is stressing me out. Our lease expires at the end of July and I have made it clear that I do not intend to renew and I have given her notice to vacate at the ...
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I have been reviewing a lot of videos and content on 1031 since I am interested in doing one sometime next year. With a lot of experts here, I am hoping to ask some questions that I have not been able to have a concr...