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For those of you who have jumped into real estate investments to reach the goal of financial independence, what is the lifestyle you have visualized for yourself after you have done so?For those of you who have reache...
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I am in the process of finding my first rental property to buy and hold while gaining a bit of extra cash flow.My question: Is it better to start out with TurnKey investment properties? I know it will typically involv...
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My situation looks like a new investors dream deal on the surface. A 250 unit apartment, with owner financing that currently cash flows. The rents are well below market and the complex needs about 750k worth of renova...
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I know BP is mostly for RE, but does anyone here also invest in any franchises? Seems like it could be as profitable if not more as a Re investment. Also, could be a good way to diversify your investments and not pu...
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My new tenants on one of my properties signed a lease a couple weeks ago with a move in date of July 1st. When they saw the house my previous tenants were still in the process of moving out. New tenants signed the l...
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Hello Fellow BPer's,I'm looking for feedback and info on "Ashcroft Capital" out of Texas. I may invest in multi family syndication deals that they do in Texas. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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I have a tenant living in my basement that pays on time and keeps the space clean. She's been here 2 years and recently purchased a new construction home with an expected completion date of December 2022. She has a ve...
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How do you guys respond when a tenant tells you they can't pay until the 15th or 20th? Or they want to change the payment date to the 5th or 10th? What are your exact words and responses to these situations?
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If you file a complaint against blatant unethical actions of some realtors, the State Real Estate Commission finds no fault wrong. Yet the National Association of Realtors spends millions in advertising every month to...
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I'm in Michigan. Selling my home. My previous listing agent contract expired in November. No signage and not listed with anyone. The same agent brought a buyer. Wants me to pay 4% and broker's commission. The...