Hi everyone.I just stumbled upon this site about a week ago and have been reading voraciously trying to learn as much as I can. I'm in a crazy situation, but not so crazy that I can't overcome it eventually. It just s...

Newbies on the "fringe" often hear about real estate investing through sources which churn up emotional enthusiasm over the thought of "quick", "easy", and/or "huge" profits. In truth, very few ever have the "home ru...

And has any historical correlation been coincidental or is there a theory of why real estate price movements and stock market price movements would be correlated?  I'm referring to U.S. real estate as a whole and the ...

A little bit about my market/competition.  There are 3 premium hotels in town.  They offer breakfast, a pool, gym etc.  They are $600-$700 per week.  People that stay here while they work don't mind spending the extra...

So, I'm on to my next property (buy and hold).  I'm wanting to put as little cash as possible up front for the next one.   I'm buying in the 10-25k price range.  I have two credit cards.  Current balance of $0 on both...

Hi All!I just wanted to take the opportunity to introduce myself as I've been an active listener and reader to the community, but greatly lagged in my contributions.  I'm currently house hacking a two family home in U...

Hello BP investors!I need some of you guy's advice/inputs/critics/encouragement on my first investment.I live in Columbia, South Carolina. I am looking for my first home in downtown area.This house will turn into a re...

I've heard that the vinyl tile with the adhesive on the back is a no brainer to install DIY. But what about the other types that don't have the adhesive? Would it be a total waste of money to have a contractor install...

I have recently come across an off-market deal for a 5-unit property that has 3-units listed under section 8 housing. I'm in Boston and was wondering what experiences other people have had with buying section 8 units?