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Hi, when analyzing multifamily using the 50%rule of thumb, would the same rule apply for 800 dollar rents like 400 rents? How would that work?
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Hi, I am about to start investing in real estate. I live in San Diego, CA and the cost of living is way higher than most states. For those who live in California, how much do you recommend my first rental property sho...
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HI! :) Lately, I've been connecting to people not even in my state! LOL. Well I'm still a new Investor in FL, looking to connect with other investors about potential deals and learn more about the market, specifically...
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Economic Update(Monday, May 3, 2021)
Here’s some fun facts. According to University of California Davis’ “Road Ecology Center,” Los Angeles traffic patterns changed dramatically during the pandemic. In March of 2...
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Hi Guys, I have this crazy idea to sell houses without estate agents. There are numerous benefits to this other then the obviously huge financial benefits as an agents commission on average of 5% is not needed to be p...
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My husband and I want to buy our first house hack in an expensive area, Salt Lake. We have 3 kids so we need a private space with at least 3 bedrooms but we aren't afraid of getting creative and converting other space...
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At the end of every BiggerPockets Podcast Episode, we ask the same four questions (really five, because Brandon can't count.) How would YOU answer them? (Skipping 5 because self promotion is not allowed in the forums....
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Hi Bigger Pockets! I got my feet wet on the forums here a few years back, but realized I had some big hurdles to overcome (i.e. get my financial house in order) before I could "get started". Now, I'm ready to dive in....