I went to a few open houses in Oakland for duplex units this weekend but it turned out that a couple of them were unpermitted basement units. The work appeared professional enough and looked upto code, but unpermitted...

I am working to complete the requisite courses to obtain my trainee license.  However, I am finding difficulty in finding open positions for trainees in the Seattle Area.  Any real estate appraisers on BP have some ad...

Me and my 2 brothers are starting to invest an we are curious as too as we start acquiring more an more properties do you need to have a separate bank account for every property or how do you keep track of them other ...

Dear BP,I am planning on purchasing a home via FHA loan. I have few questions and open to your advise and suggestions.1. Those of you who had an experience in obtaining FHA loan, could you tell me what to expect and w...

We have a home in Dunedin FL that could use updated hurricane windows & doors within cement wall framing. Some of my neighbors paid $15-$20,000.
Has anyone in that area done the upgrade themselves. I appreciate t...

Experienced in the BC market (landlords of a few mixed use buildings), but never purchased anything outside of BC, but looking to expand operations. I've peaked interest in Ontario and Alberta multifamily properties, ...

My firm has a few deals available in the in Virginia but I can only work with agents, or investors. I use facebook and craiglist alot to find buyers but it has proven difficult. I also usually end up being reached out...

I am on a work permit and I am planning to buy a condo for rental. Also, I have a primary residence on a mortgage. Suppose, if I have to return to my home country due to visa/job issues, how difficult is it to manage ...

I was curious what anyone's thoughts were in investing property that was car maintenance orientated.  This can be like oil and filter, tire shops etc... properties with 3-4 drive-in bays Is this a dying industry?  Wha...

Has anyone every bought a house at a trustee auction with child support liens in California? Can you get a clearance from the DA to issue title insurance to sell to another buyer, how difficult is that. Planning on fl...