Hey Everyone! In the process of buying my first house & trying to make a house hack work in the Boston area.My question is pretty simple -- when I run analysis through the BP Calculator and I enter the Interest Ra...

Hey BP Folks,We just closed on our second property in Houston and I am currently shopping for a cheaper insurance option. I was told  by my broker that most carriers have moved out of Houston area. I am wondering how ...

What is a Cost Segregation Study & How Does it Work?
Cost Segregation is a commonly used strategic tax planning tool that allows companies and individuals who have constructed, purchased, expanded or remodeled an...

I am looking to start investing in multifamily properties.  I have set up my proforma spreadsheet and I am pretty sure the calculations are correct.  When I evaluate properties what are all the expenses associated wit...

One week into 2025 and the US housing market is facing considerable new challenges. It goes without saying that the recent and ongoing disasters in California are some of the most devastating and destructive in recent...

I know investing in real estate does not require any specific background, but I am curious how the mind of an Architect effects real estate investing for the good or bad.I am currently working for a small firm and loo...

I'm looking to purchase my first investment property and need help figuring out a strategy that will work for me. I have about $300k in equity (based on a BPO performed in July 2023) but no cash. Whatever I do, I woul...

Early Termination in Minnesota - What do I Use?

I am having trouble figuring out what to put for the early termination for my lease. I know there should be fees, but can someone point me in the right directio...

GENERAL DISCUSSION:California has fires. Florida and South Carolina have hurricanes. All these insurance companies are jacking up the rates 2x-6x or cancelling policies altogether in these and many other areas. If you...

I'm just curious what other investors prefer and why. Some of my local gurus are recommending that long term loans (mortgages) are better because they get more of the profits right at the start rather than waiting for...