As investors we seem to have "formulas" or rules of thumb to help us through our decisions.  1% rule, 70% ARV, etc...Anything that helps you quickly decide when a short term rental is better than a long term rental?I ...

My wife and I are interested in purchasing rental properties on a buy-and-hold basis when we settle down in Northern California in about 9-10 years. She is currently a medical student and obligated to serve 8 years in...

Just came across info for the real estate wealth expo that's coming to Chicago on April 2. Wondering if anyone has any insight on this expo.

Any insight on if it's a big selling thing, or legitimate? Based on Suzy O...

I'm considering investing in a duplex that I will owner occupy.  The duplex was built in 1991 and is priced at 285k with an assessed value of 255k.  The listing agent said that the price was set where it's at because ...

So it is winter and I have been searching for bargain priced condos to add to my rental portfolio. Unfortunately there is a severe shortage of townhouses, which seem to be the best kind of rental unit here, in contras...

Would like to start off by thanking everyone one BP who has contributed and currently contributes to the success of this forum. I've been scanning BP for sometime now and have learned a tremendous amount about real...

Hello All,

I'm on my way to start a new career in real estate investing. My question is based upon generality and personal opinion (hopefully in Tri-State Area of MD, VA and DC).

Until now, I have been ...

To begin, I'd like to thank you for your time and interest in the topic of Marijuana and Vacation Rentals. Though a lengthy introduction, I felt it would be best to give everyone a solid base to ask questions and begi...

Hello BP!I have a few questions for my Illinois landlords and anybody else who might have some input.Gov. Pritzker announced last month that the moratorium will end by August in Illinois.  This has been long overdue a...

Hello Everyone,My name is Chris Thomas and I currently live in San Francisco California. I’m a Producer for a large video game publishing company in the North Bay. I’ve been in the industry for 16 years, working at c...