Hi All -  I'm closing on my first investment property in a few days (pretty excited) and have been trying to get a handle on what factors or metrics are most useful when tracking the performance of the property.  I'd ...

Faced with strict building codes, a family finds ways to work ultramodern design into a storied setting.

What do you do if you want an ultramodern house in ultratraditional Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan?...

After a great evening of talking and networking with fellow investors this month, I am eager to once again have the opportunity to get together with people in the area. The September meetup was a joint Tokyo/Yokosuka ...

Hello fellow investors living internationally! My husband and I recently moved to Okinawa, Japan. While I love our new home, I am missing the opportunities and connectivity that comes with being around fellow investor...

In your opinion, what are the top 5 markets to invest in and why? 

Hi,I am an American citizen living in Japan and recently two non-US friends have expressed an interest in buying some investments with me. Basically, I would be getting the loans and putting up some of the money and t...

I have told myself that I will begin real estate investing after finishing pilot training, and now the time has come. However, I will be going to Okinawa, Japan for the assignment.I am very set on getting my first pro...

Hello BP Community!  I'm a new member currently living in Tokyo, Japan.  I own one rental property in San Diego, and am looking to expand.I am still pretty new to real estate investing, so I'm in education mode.  Bigg...

Investment Info:

Single-family residence other investment.

Purchase price: $68,500

Cash invested: $25,000

Sale price: $86,000

Large (for the period) contmporary ranch 1850sf 3/2 with attached 2 c...

What are the cons of investing overseas? What do I have to do to invest in real estate overseas? What resources and books did you use  to be able to invest overseas? Also, do you recommend newbies or young people to i...