Looking at a house in Austin. Asking price is $485k, offering $525k (the market is super competitive). The plan is to out down 5%, live in the house, and rent out out our current house (this would be our 2nd property)...

Working on a rehab to the studs if a 2 family in a high end tourist destination. The current heating system is natural gas with old cast iron hydronic radiators.  I can easily add ducts since the ceilings and walls ha...

Hi, This question will not be first I guess. I am just starting to buy into my first rental properties. And like anyone else, intentions are to buy more as I go down the line. But with multiple properties, we are also...

Hello Everyone,I'm new to REI, and currently am voraciously researching and reading everything I can to get a good grasp on how to flip houses in my local market. I've started by teaming up with an agent and we have b...

Hey BPers!Looking for some feedback from investors who purchase investment properties from out-of-state! What makes the property a deal if you are an investor purchasing from out of state? What are you looking for in ...

I am interested in hearing about others experience with maximizing occupancy for STR. In the ski resort area I am analyzing more beds equal more return per night. Problem is the county regulations are strict on listed...

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This is my first post as I just bought my first rental property and came across this fantastic site. Hope to stay engaged with others on this forum.

Some background - I just closed on a town house pro...

Hello all! I'm currently looking to house-hack in Columbus, OH and was wondering if anyone has had experience doing a value add while using an FHA loan. I know there is a 203k addition to this loan, but I've heard it ...

Hi! I've been lurking on bigger pockets for a few years now, excited to finally be taking a dive into a first potential investment. My biggest goal is to maximize cash flow.I've been working with a particular turnkey ...

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First-time poster here. I’m currently in the pre-approval process to purchase a 2-4 unit multi-family property. I’ve approached a local bank in Upstate New York offering a 30-year loan with a 10% down payment...