I've been really intrigued by the Des Moines are real estate market for some time now. Cap rates look great, crime is low, and the city itself seems to be booming as of late.  Seems like a great market for cash flow t...

When would you suggest listing a house that I am doing a major remodel on? It's at the stage now where the shingles are on, the doors and windows are in, but many other elements such as electrical and such are not...

Hey Everyone!

I'm being a bit dramatic with my title here, but I do have a serious question if anyone is willing to provide some feedback.

I had recently asked a question in the forums about turnkey inv...

Nissan announced today that they will sell driverless cars by 2020. What the heck does this have to do with real estate investing? Well, a lot. This will be the biggest driver of change since the Internet.

Th...

The property I recently acquired has two feral cats living underneath it.  One is blind.  I'm a big ole softy and the thought of calling Animal Control and knowing they are probably as good as goners if I do, breaks m...

For those who buy and hold - how do you decide when to fold (sell)?

Here's the situation: Bought several OOS properties starting 2.5 years ago. We "chose" this location because my husband was assigned there for wor...

Interested in getting opinions:So it seems a lot of commentators are saying the multifamily market maybe starting to top out. Even in growth states like Florida, Texas and Las Vegas is it worth entering now as most de...

I'm fairly new to BP and curious how many local members are actually active on the site. I'm new to the area and would love to meet new folks in town.  If you don't mind, please introduce yourself and let me and every...

Hello all,

First off, I would like to say thank you to everyone who has given so freely of their time and experience. The wealth of knowledge you have provided here is certainly a generous gift.

Years ago I studied ...

What do you think about investing in mobile homes? I hear its really easier than wholesaling. I am getting really frustrated with the wholesaling thing!! All the mailings and non motivated sellers.