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Summary: I want to become a real estate investor in Hawaii. And I have a bunch of questions. Any advice is appreciated but specific answers preferred.1. Should I sell my $400k home in Alaska or try to rent it out?...
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"Am I Experienced Enough to Raise Outside Capital?"
This question crossed my mind recently after reading a post and some comments discussing whether an investor is experienced enough to raise capital from outside sou...
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California real estate investor Bruce Norris has predicted a 20% price increase in California residential real estate for 2013. This is a huge percentage increase, and many people are shocked by Norris’s prediction. B...
I have kept rent very low on one of my units because it needed work. I'm getting work done now and would like to bring it closer to market. I'd love feedback on the following:Tenant has been great for 15 years. His ...
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Hey BP! I have not posted in BP for many months, and I miss it. I really enjoy posting topics that break down our failures and troubles so that others can learn from them.Based on the title of this post...$135k Fix ...
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I've enjoyed my views from the back row, but have decided to lose my 'Forum Post Virginity' this afternoon.
I'd like to start by giving myself away with CREATIVE FINANCING
While that may sound sugges...
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Ok, I sorta lied, but I got your attention ;-)Although this story is full of bruises, blood, sweat, tears and bad decisions, I still consider it somewhat successful... may not be the best investment ROI-wise, but coul...
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What is the cost to build a new SFH from the ground up. The ideal floor plan that I am looking for would be +3bed / +2bath, 2 car garage, maximum natural lighting, +1800 sq/ft. I am still debating at this point whethe...
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Hello all!I'm writing to introduce myself. My husband and I live in California, but are looking to invest in our first property within the next year in the Rochester area (specifically a nice suburb like Pittsburg or ...
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Hi all,
Forgive me but this is a rant. I'm a newbie RE Investor; I just closed on my first rental property (2 bed, 1 bath SFH) on 9/26. I was very fortunate to get a renter lined up before closing, and she moved in...