Hello everyone,So I finally got word back from my lender and got pre-approved for about $280K. Now that I have a solid number to work with I have to make some real decisions and I'd love to hear your thoughts...First ...
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Hello there! My name is Ben and I’m looking to get into my first deal. I’ve located a few good deals and wonder what the most efficient strategy is for picking my first. My wife and I currently own a small single fami...
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Hello, My name is Todd Lansden and I am new to the real estate world. I recently have bought 3 properties and was hoping I could get insight on the correct ways to go with them (I was brought here through the real est...
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I understand the BRRRR strategy is very popular, but lets not forget the traditional rental type. So lets talk about the difference between them.BRRRR Buy - Bought distressed property usually with cash or others peo...
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I purchased my first rental property this year (condo) due to market conditions I had to close quickly with an all cash offer. I fixed the property up for long term rentals which has been rented out. Would It be bette...
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Hey all! I need a little advice on how to find my first deal. I’ve been hesiitsnt to make a deal until I got a good enough cushion in the bank and I think I’m finally there. goal: cash flow 20k/month in 10 years time ...
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As usual, apologies for ignorant or overly basic questions, typos, etc...so over the past year i have successfully converted a traditional ira over to a sd ira with checkbook control and have had good early success wi...
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Definitely want to see what everyone's opinion is on this topic... Do you think it would be smarter to do a 4 year intrest only loan as opposed to a 30 year fixed since rates are high. I could use the cashflow to pu...
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When I am of age (not 18 yet), would it be smarter to start off by flipping houses, or renting? I would appreciate the short term acquisition of wealth I obtain via flipping, but I also have my youth to my advantage, ...
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So my wife and I are the type that like to buy brand-new cars and then drive them for 10 or more years. Ten years ago we bought an Acura TL with the thought of keeping it for 10 years and then re-evaluate at that tim...