Juan Chavez
$100k but where to invest
I’m looking at buying my first investment property, but still don’t know if STR or LTR is what I’ll purchase. I have boots on the ground in Houston, TX, Tampa, Fl, Huachuca, Az, and I’m in Southern California possibly...
Abby Austin
Have you leveraged Whole Life Insurance / Indexed Universal Life?
I'm actively looking into getting a Whole Life Insurance policy to use as an investment vehicle. I plan to add an initial lump sum and contributions each month so that I can borrow against it but still have the policy...
Swat Khan
Buying Directly from Asset Managers from Banks
I was wondering if anyone is doing this strategy right now? Calling banks with distressed assets and navigating their way through to speak with asset managers for NPN's and REO?
Lots of people say it doesn't work bu...
Turgut Oz
Short Term Rental Friendly Locations in the Austin Area
Hello. I am looking for a location in (general) Austin area to buy a house. I am planning to use it as short-term rental property. My questions as follows: (1) which locations are the best for this purpose in terms of...
Lila Chen
Cash flow vs Appreciation
I am considering whether to focus on properties that generate cash flow or those that have potential for appreciation. I am looking to understand the pros and cons of each approach, as well as the risks and potential ...
Ben Lovro
The Cash Flow vs. Growth: An Investor's Analysis
IntroductionWhen it comes to real estate investment, one of the most critical decisions you'll face is whether to prioritize cash flow or growth. It's like choosing between two different paths to success.The Cash Flow...
Account Closed
First time RE investor. Please poke holes in my strategy!
I’ve (29M) about $250k saved up. Don’t own a home yet, but I’ve been planning to buy one for a while now. Instead of buying a single family home, I’m thinking of buying a condo outright in cash, rent it out so I can s...
Cassandra McAllister
Help I’m new to this
Good Afternoon everyone . I am new to real estate investing and I don’t know where to start . Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated
Emmanuel Ola
Seeking Advice on a Unique BRRRR Strategy for Multi-Home Development
Hello BigPocketers,
I’m seeking advice on the best way to approach this situation. I recently purchased a 0.42-acre piece of land for $90K. Directly across from it is a vacant 8,000 sqft lot listed for $75K. Consider...
Ben Nadeau
Out of State vs. Local for First Property
Hey BP community, I'm at a stage in my learning process where I am ready to pull the trigger on my first investment property, pending current economic uncertainties but that is a post I've seen covered plenty already ...