Hello! This is more of a spreadsheet question than a real estate theory question, but I'm asking this group since anyone who has tried to make a P&L this way will have run into this problem! Problem: How do you in...

This I believe this to be an honest question, is it impossible to acquire large amounts of loans anywhere if you have a relatively new credit card account, and no income for the last 12 months? If it is, then what sho...

Hi everyone!I recently purchased a rental property in the Tampa Bay area.The house did not come with any light fixtures. I was wondering if I should replace the lights with light fixtures or with ceiling fans (that ha...

I am looking very closely at my first deal on a duplex (owner occupied for 1 year). I have been looking at several duplexes and am trying to make sure I have all my numbers in a row.

What is the best way to ACCURATEL...

We have a cabin in a wooded area that we're Airbnb'ing.  The cleaner let us know that she found mouse droppings.  If it were my house, I'd set a trap and deal with whatever we catch.  I'm hesitant to do that here for ...

I'm 33 years old (born in 1983) and never went to junior high or high school. I have a 3rd grade education. At age 29 I found myself supporting a wife, an ex wife (child support) and 2 kids on food stamps and working ...

Hi all, new investor here, learning how to value properties. I read the most recent CBRE cap rate survey and a few other sources for cap rate information. It seems those surveys are typically focused on larger multifa...

Hi Everyone,I'm looking to buy somewhere within the city of San Francisco as an owner occupier. It seems that in many markets, the biggerpockets game plan is to buy a somewhat distressed multiplex, add value through i...

I live in TX but have family in the area so am up in co a lot. I’m thinking about making my first investment property in Colorado. I wanted to see if anyone could provide me with any tips or advice for an initial inve...

I have this whole system in my head (and on paper) for screening potential tenants. I know this will vary, but how long should I plan (time-wise) for the screening process? Credit/criminal/eviction check should be...