Matthew J. T.
Discrete Assignment Fee
How do I keep assignment fee disclosed from Investor? Let's say 150,000 house, i mark it down to 40k, and i want to sell to investor for 75k, how can I do this without him changing his mind about closing the deal, it'...
Jay Hinrichs
The 2% rule kills values
As one who had never heard of the 2% rule or 1% or any of the other terminology that floats around BP,, I just became aware of the 2% rule. I was talking with a fellow from Oregon who was lamenting that there are no 2...
Will Gaston
Nearing 1,000 College Student Tenants: Here's what I've Learned
All:I've recently spoken to a few REIA groups in my area about my business and I thought it would be a good idea to share this info in the forums.I've been investing in college student rentals for 12 years and current...
Ron T.
Robert Kiyosaki The Lazy way to invest in real estate.
Have some of you read this book? Is there new unique methods that we should know that aren’t discussed on Bigger Pockets? I’d appreciate comments or brief review. I’d love to think there WAS a (Profitable) lazy way...
Ammon Eli Moshe
Help! I need direction in Wholsaling
I am from Atlanta and I love the idea of real estate and financial freedom..Key word Free!! I have read books etc. I have spent my wheels and have lost time..money..wife..and patience. I want and need true success. A...
Walt Payne
Little known 401K fact that could save you big tax $$
I read an article on a financial website a few months ago about this, and filed it away as something that I might be able to use in the future. Yesterday I was talking on the phone with someone from this site who know...
Jay C.
Are Realtors days numbered?
I saw an interesting interview on CNBC today of Colony Capital CEO Tom Barrack whose firm has $34 billion under management. He spoke about the many changes in housing but touched on a real interesting point. He compar...
Amanda H.
Can I be forced to accept Section 8?
I am located in Oregon, first time landlord. Our open house is tomorrow and someone has already mentioned they have Section 8 vouchers. My understanding is that it is an opt-in program? But that conflicts with the fac...
Min Kim
Should I cash out refinance ?
Hello everyone,My wife and I currently live in TN after PCSing from WA. Our first home is in WA and is currently being rented out. Below are some info on the home;Original loan - $333kCurrent balance - $320k30 year lo...
Nicholas Brady
How important is a bachelors degree as a real estate investor?
Hello there, I am new to the Bigger Pockets Community and real estate investing in general but I am eager to learn! One of the first things I am curious about is how important is finishing a college degree in order to...