Shannon K.
Purchase Contracts: Which Happens First?
I’ve been browsing BP and researching a lot… How do others put a property under contract FIRST, then secure a HML/private equity/crowdfunding for financing AFTER? (I had a pre-approval letter in this instance). Still,...
Dillon Francis
How to cover a 20% down payment when you have no money?
My girlfriend and I are looking to purchase our first house in the next six months. I want to purchase a duplex and rent out the other unit, or a large single-family home and rent out rooms/basement (1st option prefer...
Dorothy Monette
Best City/State to invest in?
My head is spinning. I've spoken to several people and I just don't know which way to go. I need to put a property on the market next month and do a 1031 exchange. Once sold and after fees and expenses, I will need to...
Justin Morgan
The 3%-6% wholesale deal.
Two Observations:
1. Many BP members ask about getting a RE license...
2. Many want to start out wholesaling properties.
You might find it helpful to think of a real estate license as a wholesale ...
Chris Schwartz
Tax Liens In Illinois
Hello BP Community,
I am a novice investor looking to get started in investing in tax liens. I currently live in Missouri, outside of St Louis, MO. I am looking to invest in Illinois Tax Liens since the retu...
Glenn Espinosa
First Energy Efficient Rehab Reveal - Before/During/After
We just finished up one of our rehabs and as some of you may know, our company just recently adopted the green/energy efficient strategy. We've been rehabbing homes since 2011 but jumped onto the green scene when we r...
Sean Mooney
Getting late start in life, what are best properties to purchase?
Are rental properties still a good option when you are buying after 60? Are short term rentals better or flips? I have more drive and determination than time. Would love to hear from people in the same situation and a...
Lauren Hogan
What type of emails do YOU want to receive from BiggerPockets?
If you have an idea or feedback on the emails you receive from BiggerPockets? Let us know by replying to this post. For example, do you want to learn more about our features? Want more videos? Want to hear from us les...
Timothy Durham
How to Prepare for a Career as a Flipper
Hello everyone, I am new to Bigger Pockets and this is my first post. My question is about how to prepare myself and gain the necessary skills to flip houses and fix up rentals for a living.I am a sophomore in college...
Jon A.
Helping Daughter Buy a House
Our daughter is moving from Washington state to Albuquerque. She'll be retaining her old home as a rental. Her new job won't be starting until August. So, I was surprised when she told my wife that she had been qua...