If you had to guess, what is the success rate in real estate investing?  Success being defined by someone being able to live above average lifestyle strictly based upon their earnings in real estate.I bet its below 5%...

I'd like to hear from anyone investing or invested in the Cleveland rental market. I'm looking into purchasing a duplex or two in the Cleveland area for long term rentals.

One of my tenants has just been diagnosed with cancer. She's been dealing with various health issues that have made paying rent on time a problem. Has anyone dealt with a situation like this? I'm trying to be accommod...

Hi! I’m new to the investing world. I want to buy a multifamily and house hack it. Would it be wise to invest now, while my market (Providence, RI) is super hot or wait for a potential crash? Any advice is greatly app...

I have a rental property that has a market value of $1.5M and $300K mortgage on it... The 10 year ARM is coming to maturity around 7/17, but I can't find a lender that still does that type of loan anymore (TIC for ren...

Hey guys. My wife and I have been married for 1 year. My wife is someone who takes convincing to take on risks and I understand her concern since my tendency is to pursue things feet first and go after it. She is okay...

I am new to RE discussions nad the BP community. I just noticed people here are VERY open to helping and giving advice/guidance.  For some reason... I feel these are red flags, but maybe am wrong. I come from the onli...

Hi everyone,I have a property in NC that i closed on June 15th. https://www.zillow.com/homes/105D-Brookshire-lane-...I have a property manager taking care of trying to get a renter. the problem is she is constantly ge...

Hello everyone, I am curious if anyone has built a successful portfolio debt free. I am not arguing leverage vs debt, leverage wins everytime hands down, no argument here, I own a calculator, pencil and paper.  My con...

I know a couple of older (70's and 80's) couples who had their wills updated and their attorney switched to trust and charged one $6k and another $10k. That sounds excessive to me.The last older couple I knew had a pr...