One of the advantages of using private money loans is that they can be structured more favorably than an HML or bank loan. However, there are still some general rules of the road that even private lenders expect. I us...

Hi all, I'm looking to invest in this area because it's close enough to where I live (Orange County).  My mortgage broker is telling me this is an up and coming area that is low risk, high reward potential.  After vis...

We bought a home on the Oregon Coast that was an active STR.  It hadn't had any updates in a long time, we are going through and picking them off one by one.  We've swapped out the old 40 gallon hot water tank (for a ...

Dear Mr. Bernanke, Ms. Yellen, and the entire FOMC,

I am writing this belated letter to thank you for the $4,000,000,000,000 (Trillion) in monetary base, countless billions in MBS purchases, and aggressive ...

Hi BP folks, I want to ask the locals about investing in Gastonia NC, where are the good area/subdivision for multi-family investments? I saw a couple deals around 28052 zip code but not sure if it's feasible to buy p...

Hi there! I am new to the BP community and wanted to dive in. My family and I are relocating to northern VA this summer. I'll be working in DC. We were going to rent since the housing market is a bit intimidating, but...

Hi All,
I've seen a few discussions related to this topic, but wanted to see if I can nail down a few specific questions. I’m planning to purchase an STR and need to ensure my numbers will work - even when the COVID ...

Jobs are back and the economy is recovering. How do you spin this doom and gloomers?

Jobs Are Back! Recovery Abounds

I'm wondering if anyone has sacrificed by moving out of a high cost of living area to a more affordable market to help boost their investing? My wife and I constant kick around this idea the hardest part of course is ...

I would like to know how many people here are living off rental income. The ability to quit your 9 to 5 job and manage properties sounds interesting! If you're doing this, please include how many rentals you current...