Jack B.
More cash flow or more appreciation, which would you choose?
Though the title doesn't allow enough space to fully type out a bit more detail, it's not quite as simple as picking cash flow over appreciation. Consider these two scenarios and their risks and issues.Two scenarios i...
Suneet Dewan
Tool for researching which cities and neighborhoods to invest in
Hi All,
Do you use any type of research tools to identify the cities or neighborhoods for long distance investing?
I ran into this issue when I initially started learning about long distance investing and I created...
Angie G.
Somtimes I'm in over my head real estate investor FL & NH ;)
Hi BiggerPockets,What can I say? I am happy to have stumbled upon BP today while looking for real estate information online. I read a few threads on the forum... and immediately bookmarked and registered to BP. Gettin...
Jenni Utz
The Power of Relationships in Real Estate
In real estate, it’s easy to get caught up in numbers, properties, and deals. But one of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned in my journey is that relationships are often the most critical part of success. Early on...
Owen Dashner
Why List Properties "Unpriced"?
Does anyone else find it extremely irritating when properties (typically mid-sized to large multifamily lately) are being marketed as "unpriced"? I'd love to hear from experienced brokers who could explain why doing ...
Martin Tirmenstein
Deal is falling apart, advice on Affidavit of Memorandum
Hello all, just made my account here on the site to get some advice. This is the messiest deal and worst real estate agent I've ever had the displeasure of doing business with. Please feel free to skip the details and...
Erin Carpenter
Opinion on Western 'Burbs of Indy? (Avon, Brownsburg, Plainfield)
Hi Everyone!I'm new to RE investing and learning every day (thanks everyone for sharing your insight and knowledge). I've heard/read a lot of people saying to buy the best property you can manage to buy (in the nicest...
Account Closed
Determining rent rate via Craig's List
I'm currently researching areas that would work for SFH rentals.
One thing I've been doing is looking up deals online (mostly REO/fixer uppers) and then making fake Craigslist ads advertising the property to see what...
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REO Closing
Can anyone tell me how long it takes for an REO bank to decide to sell? I put a bit in over a month ago, sent an addendum renewing my bid but hve not yet gotten a decision. Is that normal?
Samuel Pierson
Is flipping for me?
Greetings,I am a mechanical engineer in the Boston area. I am looking at the very real possibility of a job loss in the near future. I have decided at my age I am 54, its time for a career change. My monthly financial...