My lease is up March 2020, I’m prepared to purchase but looking for input. I have 2 options: A. Buy a townhome in my current area (Naperville, fairly affluent suburb near Chicago with great schools) or B. Buy a small ...

Hi All,I am new to RE investing. We recently moved out of our first home in Lehi and bought two new properties in American Fork. One home is our primary residence (that we already live in) and the other is our first r...

We all are inspired differently. I'm curious why other people on BP started their financial independence journey. Personally, I sought financial freedom after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad during COVID and realizing that ...

Hi all,First, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who contributes to this forum. I'm learning tons here and all you fine folk make this a great resource!Now, I'm curious what people think about (minor) negative...

If your 401k provides a low rate of return and you know you can invest your money at a higher rate of return than the fees associated with withdrawing your money plus the opportunity cost of leaving your money in the ...

Hello there,I am looking for area suggestions for 2021 second half.I would be into areas where the crime is not high, population has stable and mid-class income. B class neighbors and tenant pool is what I am after.Be...

Hey BP,I'm considering buying a property to first owner-occupy, and later rent out in the Bay Area. I'm looking to accomplish a few things:1) Take full advantage of Prop 13, by buying a fixer at a low price and lockin...

I'm in desperate need of some guidance or reassurance at the moment. I am feeling overwhelmed by options, things I've learned, and fear of the future.Right now my wife and I are trying to make a huge, potentially life...

Hey guys, 
I’m thinking of going in on a duplex in a great, growing area of Fort Myers, FL. $380k, 2003 build, $30k of CapEx (paint, roof, AC, water heater), $3,300 monthly rent, $500 cash flow, 5% CoC return with a ...