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What tools/methods do you use to analyze and research a property area/neighbourhood to see if its any good. (eg. Crime rate(what tools and what do you look for), visiting by person.,etc.)
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Hey BP!I apologize in advance since I'm sure this question was asked before but I can't seem to find any clarity. I'm trying extremely hard to acquire my first duplex. It is more than a dream of mine (cheesy, I know)....
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Hi bp community! Will be moving to Phoenix area in a year(ish) and intending for that to be our first investment locale. Our plan is to house hack with a single family home and casita using airbnb, which will then fre...
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Members of BP,I'm a rookie at REI and I would love to increase my level of education on the subject in order to have my first deal done by September 2019. That being said, I live in New York City and as we all know, t...
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Hello BP. I am curious as to what everyone's opinion is on this matter. If you live in a market with a high price-to-rent ratio, such as my Market here in Portland, where cashflow is impossible or very difficult. What...
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Is it possible to house hack with no and low money down? If so, is it worth it on that type of rental property?
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How do I do the math for short term rentals on the bigger pockets calculator? I am stuck on what to put down for the monthly rent part of the calculation. Thank you.
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I've seen a lot of videos and I am still not sure What exactly is refinancing and How does refinancing benefits rental properties? Can somebody tell me please?
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Hello everyone I am new to RE Deals is anyone familiar with a Lead & Mentoring co named Real Estate Sales llc also named Flip Cheap Houses?
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A specific strategy could be property type based , something like SAY acquiring apartment complexes in New Mexico small town of between 12 -20 units; or method based like owning STRs in vacation markets. But should a...