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I'm planning to use a GC when I find my first house (assuming it needs enough work to require a GC). Is there a rule of thumb for what % markup I should factor in for the GC when estimating the repairs to determine ho...
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Hey guys,I was about to send these 2 wireframes (made into a slideshow to demonstrate how it works) to a programmer to have it developed into a web tool - basically it scans the zip code for current listings by $/sq f...
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Recently retired from teaching and anxious to get started investing in real estate. Have been reading and listening to everything I can get my hands on in this site and elsewhere. Bought a number of the recommended ...
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Hello BP'ers,
This is a follow up post to an earlier related post:
http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/81186-1099-on-self-directed-ira-for-a-contractor
How do I obtain an EIN for an SDIRA (not an LLC)?
M...
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Hello Everyone:
The Problem:
Please clarify the following in addition to providing an in-depth explanation and examples: Does requesting a pre-approval (PA) from a bank or a mortgage broker or a web site result in a...
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I’m sure this is a newbie question but if I want to find out who owns a rundown property in a neighborhood what are the steps I need to take or how do I find this information.
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Good morning BP! I've been following the forums the podcast for a few months and just joined last night so that I could share a deal on a duplex I found. I'm excited to get involved in the community and start investin...
Has anyone had any experience with them for buying houses to flip or rehab and use as rentals? Also has anyone that is just starting out & doesn't have a large sum of own cash had experience w/ privatemoneygoldmi...
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Hi BiggerPockets I need your thoughts on this situation, I have a tenant in sfh (good tenant always on time with payment ) his lease was up November 30, the lease has a month to month clause, and 60 days written noti...
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Hi, I'm a newbie and very eager and motivated! I attended a seminar about 3 weeks ago and I'm ready to get started!!! I want to get begin with wholesaling.
What are some ways that have gotten you the most results w...