Hello I have been a stock market investor for the last few years and now I am wanting to learn more about real estate investing. From what i have researched Theres a few ways to do it (Reits, syndication, or to buy a ...

So i've read through the BP ebook and other books related to real estate. Most of them say that the right time to buy for an investor is when there is a lot of inventory and when the prices are low. When exactly is...

Hi BPI have been relentlessly trying to get a grip on a few of the hot markets in Florida. Particularly Orlando, Tampa Bay & Jacksonville. I find myself going around in circles and haven't yet deciphered which mar...

I am new here, and along with the Bigger Pockets guides, I recently read Brandon Turner's "7 Years to 7 Figures."  That piece lays out 3 fundamental principles: get a good deal when you buy (20% discount), appreciate ...

Okay BPers....I need some input.First - a quick intro.  I am new to REI and this will be my first investment.  I will be making these purchases through my Solo 401k so the usual tax benefits don't apply and my up fron...

I am having trouble with Chase on a second mortgage. After numerous conversations they continue to say they will settle for nothing less than the full amount $50,000. They are saying my bid for the house is to low at ...

Hi. This is the first time I've formally tried to rent out my duplex (I bought it with tenants and a friend moved in after that). I live in one side.

I have shown my rental to about 20 people within a couple of weeks...

So my wife and I engaged in a pretty heated conversation. My wife is amazing, but we are simply wired differently. My wife is totally ok with punching a clock Monday through Friday, the slow grow of a 401k, and possib...

Hi all.Is 5.25% on a 30 yr conventional loan with 15% down and excellent credit, about where the market is right now on less than a $250,000 property or should I be shopping lenders, considering I'm using a broker.

So I'm in Chicago. Two six flats. 8/12 tenants now not paying rent. I've been talking to other landlords and it's the same story. I have two buddies with 60 units between them. They're are mostly 1 bedrooms. Rent is u...