I have had some really bad interactions with James Wise over the years, but I always have pointed out that he is a reputable agent and he has built a good business. However, there have been enough red flags to make me...
Hi everyone. As some of you may have seen, I attended my first REIA recently. I need to expand my network and connect with other REI's. So time finally allowed me to go.
While talking with people, a seasoned investor...
Hello seasoned investors, just recently joined BP and seek a little guidance from experienced rehabbers. Thanks in advance... My wife wants to get into RE investing and her entry plan is to rehab fire damaged homes, h...
Hi BP,I am interested in a duplex property in Carmichael, CA. The seller refused to take any offers that have "subject to inspection" clause in it.I take this as a big red flag that he is hiding something.Fast forward...
I am attempting to structure a seller financed deal for a SFH that has been on and off MLS for the last three years without a sale. The property is in a decent location, has complete exterior/interior renovations, but...
I went to court earlier this week and the judgment was made against my tenant for non-payment of rent. I have a court order in hand that the tenant must vacate by 4pm tomorrow. The tenant has been served the same p...
This article just popped up in my Facebook feed. House Flippers Caused the US Housing Market Crash.It suggests that it was not subprime borrowers with bad credit who caused the crash, but investors, based on the fact...
Hi everyone,I’m looking to use a HML to fund the rehab and 70% of the purchase price of a SFH. My contractor has given me his bid and asked for 25% upfront payment to start work. Here is where my confusion is. Will th...
I am under contract to buy a HUD home as an O/O. I had an inspector meet me at the property and he believes I have a termite issue. I am having a termite inspector out next week to confirm and give a repair estimate. ...
There is a house in which the foreclosure process just started 6/12/09. I am wondering how the best way to contact the next of kin (owner passed away). I know where the son lives and his phone #. My question is how is...