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I'm learning away with all the great forum posts. 2 newbie questions:
1) I was listening to one of the podcasts and it was stated that apps like Zillow, etc. are not good for analyzing numbers and deals. Th...
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Hi,Looking for some feedback. There is a 8 unit property in my area. The list price is 723k and the agent has stated that 80k is considered the value of vacant land which is being sold with the buildings. If I take ...
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When starting out buying properties, is it a better idea to buy more “move in ready” or to buy cheap and spend the money to renovate? After doing some research there are arguments for both sides.
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I was reading a blog page and the advice given was, to paraphrase, if you can't create a budget and statement of financial condition (balance sheet) for yourself you shouldn't be investing in real estate.....
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A relator that I am working with found a foreclosure deal that seems like it could be amazing for someone who knows what they are doing, I don't. Also the money needed to pull it off is way over my head as a newbie. H...
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Hey BBPersI am 9 months into the renovation of a multifamily building. I have invested significantly on capital improvement and hope to recoup some of that investment when I refinance later next year. I have then few ...
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Hi Everyone!I recently purchased my first property, a single-family home in Richmond, VA and am planning to house hack. I'm trying to figure out how to set up the banking for managing the property. I've heard it's bes...
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Which budgeting software would you recommend for organizing your finances most accurately?I'm currently using free websites such as Mint & YNAB for tracking my finances. I am looking at buying Quicken Home & b...
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Good morning,
I have a family opportunity to potentially purchase 4 units of an 8 unit condo property. I have 6x SFR investments but no multiple units.
I'm going to have a conversation with the gentlemen later thi...
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It’s painful to see people pulling back from the market in fears of overpaying because of false narrative that affordability is declining. No economic theory, and no policy works perfectly in isolation. It’s not acc...