Dani B.
What to ask an accountant?
Good morning from CA!In getting started on this whole real estate investing venture, I have heard that it is a good idea to consult an accountant (preferably a CPA). I plan to meet with an accountant within the next w...
Account Closed
Best books on financial education
Which financial books are relevant to the current generation and are practical to the present world?
I recently read:
- "Rich Dad and Poor Dad" --> Which I felt was good and presented good ideas
- The Mi...
Travis Reed
Setting lease term and amount for commercial office tenants.
I finally pulled the trigger last year and purchased a 5000 SF commercial office with 3 tenants. The leases are short at 2 years each. Some due to expire. I do not think any of the tenants intend to leave. My thought...
Pam Wils
Should new agents attend real estate conferences
Hello,Should new agents attend conferences? Why or why not? If yes, any recommendations?Best,Pam
Ashley Capello
Wholesale Vacant Land in Nacogdoches, Tx
Hi All,I have a lead on someone that is considering selling around 45 acres in Nacogdoches, Texas. The land is mostly cleared, has three ponds, approximately 5 acres are hay, and is a mix of red clay and dark soil. He...
Yashar Fred
Appraisal waiver requested from me
My lender after a lenghty delay from appraiser on his report, now says that the appraiser is not going to give the report and is giving me appraisal waiver form to sign and close the deal before they send out a second...
Jordan Petchel
Asbury Park NJ Multi Family Property
Property in Asbury Park NJ is listed for $850k. Needs lots of renovations but my current rent practically covers the $5800 mortgage. First time investors. Looking for advice before I talk to local agents.Any idea on t...
David Tipton
Attorneys - Los Angeles
Are there any other attorneys on BP who focus on real estate - whether litigation or transactional? Any attorneys who invest while practicing law full time in another specialty?Any attorneys who left the practice of l...
Juan Rubio
How do I get rid of the fear of calling people.
I know that in this business talking on the phone is a must. However, I struggle and hate it. I have missed opportunities just because I feared calling. What is something I can do to help me with this phobia of callin...
Todd Rizzardi
How do I estimate expenses in an unfamiliar market?
I was just practicing with the BP calculator on a real property that is for sale -- 12 units.This market is about 50 miles away from me so any suggestions on how I can make fair estimations of all the expenses to plug...