It is known that there is a big appraisal backlog in sfbay area now. What is the usual time to have the appraisal order picked up and completed from the time it is being placed?My lender says that the order was placed...

Hi everyone! I'm new to BP. I'm a full time RE agent in Las Vegas doing a good amount of business. I always have enjoyed south Florida and as such am interested in buying a second (vacation) home there. Particularly, ...

Hi allI am a dual us / uk citizen and trying to decide where to buy some rental properties. I live in the UK but may move back to the US in the next few years. Regardless, the properties won't be near where I actually...

Hi all,

I hope this is the right spot to place this thread. I thought it may make for some good chit-chat and learning lessons.

One of my favorite stories about a mobile home in a park.

It may be because it was my ...

They say you should always start with why; that what you do is not nearly as important as why you do it. The saying really plays to persistence and strong will - it reminds us to think deeply about why we do what we d...

Hi,I want to invest in real estate in Sacramento - as a rental property. Can I get a DSCR loan? How useful is it? Has any of you had any success securing this loan?

I live here in Santa Barbara and I understand there are deals in every market. For example I could find a cash flowing deal with certain owner financing terms or master leasing but other than that you need your loans ...

They say you should always start with why; that what you do is not nearly as important as why you do it. The saying really plays to persistence and strong will - it reminds us to think deeply about why we do what we d...

I've been seeing some posts about investing in the Boston market in properties that have negative cash flow. This sounds eerily similar to 2008. The Boston market is something that I have been growing cautious of. The...