Raymond E. Hopkins
BRANDING-Should you use your name in branding your REI company?
Good evening,I am currently looking to start setting up my small operation for its future success! Part of doing that will be getting all the proper paperwork filed, setting up website, and activate marketing campaig...
James Greenwood
Newbie- 5 acre flip- offering owner financing- 1031 exchange
Hello!Seeking any advice from the pros on owner finance and 1031 exchange. Thanks in advance!I purchased an inexpensive 5 acre property out of state (1000 miles) for two reasons. 1 to gain experience and confidence in...
Andrew Daus
New member from Gilbert, Arizona
Hello BiggerPockets Community!My name is Andrew Daus, and I'm new to real estate and currently living in Gilbert, Arizona. I don't currently have any background in real estate, but I've been listening to lots of episo...
Ratesh D.
Earthquake Insurance in Bay Area
Hi All,Are you taking out earthquake insurance on your investments in the Bay Area whether for SFH or Multi? I know a lot of folks who see this as a waste of money or a unlikely event, but give the huge financial inve...
Constance Grandelli
Tennessee - Kingsport, Bristol, Johnson City. Networking
Hi,I am new to the Tri-City area and would like to network with other real estate investors. First thing on my list is to find a place to live - preferably a duplex that I can purchase, rent out one side & live i...
Alex Ferranti
Wholesaler looking for renovation quote help
Hello all, I'm new to the renovation game in real estate as I just got out of college. My big question is when quoting a renovation, since I don't have the experience what is the best way to come up with the right ARV...
Tim Lucas
Will a tenant with a high credit score break the lease and buy?
I'm debating between 2 types of tenants. It's a good situation to be in. One has 800 scores, great income, check all the boxes. A few others have scores in the 600s (one due to a COVID business failure). All have high...
Theresa K.
crazy market in San Diego
Went to the San Diego County Probate auction today. There were 8 properties being auctioned and there must have been 500 people in attendance. The appraised values seemed low, but I didn't think THAT many people wo...
Michael S.
Haters are Gonna Hate / Does it Motivate You?
I assume, many Newbies and seasoned investors have experienced some “hate/envy/nay-saying” as you began your journeys. I’d like to hear how each of us takes it, and turns it into more motivation. I must say, the Bigge...
Paul Kit
seller financing with balloon payment. help!
please bear with my stupid question. I am learning.Seller offer seller financing with 15-20 years amortization and 10 years balloon. Is it better than a fixed 15-20 years term?What should I concern?