Considering that the job market was such a strong factor for such a long time in the value of an area and properties; how does the paradigm of a large percent of the working force (~17.9%) 27.6 million working from ho...

We recently saw a strange pattern in the market. Houses are selling for significantly more than the asking price. We started asking…
What exactly is happening with the market and how will the pandemic trickle down to...

Hi,I recently purchased an investment property out at Memphis, TN last month - 4/2.5, nice schools, low crime, etc. and the appraisal came in at $140K.  Comps with better condition around the area was $155K (so -15K f...

Hey all! I have been a lurker for quite some time have personal question.
My question is simple - what motivates you? Why do you do the investing thing, and how do you push through the really cruddy seasons of it?
I...

It seems to me that the public at large as well as investors are unaware of the BOOM that is happening due to gas exploration! I think that everyone will agree that in our field we keep our eyes and minds open at all...

Hey folks,I'm new to the investment game and I've come across a situation I need some input from the current landlords on.I've got a tenant that has paid late each of the three months I have owned the property.  As pe...

Anyone who listens to the podcasts and or researches the recommended reading for Real Estate Investing, Rich Dad/Poor Dad is at the top. Currently I have been listening to it and I have to say, I wish I had listene...

I was just wondering if anyone on BP or have heard of any investor being called a "slum lord"? Would anyone else take offense to being called a "slum lord". It puts a bad taste in my mouth personally. Below is the sto...

In the world of note investing, you never know what you’re going to get. Just when I think I’ve seen it all, a due diligence case like this one lands on my desk. We’re looking at a seven-figure property in Texas, tied...

Good morning everyone! I hope everyone has had a great holiday season up to this point and continue to do so up through the new year. As I sit here and reflect about accomplishments, people I’ve met, and all things th...