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Why is the cap rate normally reserved for commercial real estate investing? Do I look like I don't know what I am talking about if I market a SFR or duplex and mention its cap rate?
Hi All! I am an aspiring real estate investor, primarily looking to network within the NY Metro area, specifically in Staten Island. My goal currently is to find mentors within the field that can help me learn as much...
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I’m new to the REI world but glad to be here and to have saw the potential of what it can be done right. But I’m currently working my W-2 Job saving 2k a month to get started on my first long term rental. I really wan...
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Hi folks,TLDR: How would you (or would you?) accommodate a buyer's request for detailed rental and financial history, when selling only a small segment of your overall portfolio? Part II: what are some best practices ...
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I am a new investor in the state of Rhode Island/Massachusetts and closed my first multi-family deal this past winter. I'm looking to give house flipping a shot , but its tough finding houses on the market. I put in c...
Home 1 - rented at $2k/mo, 15yr mortgage is $1700/mo, estimated value is $275k with $170k left on mortgage. 2600 sq ft right outside of downtown. Older house but fully renovated in 2016 besides plumbing (I need to che...
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Hello Bigger Pockets!! My wife and I are in our mid 40's and just getting started in investing. We are in Northern Palm Beach County, FL. We have worked EXTREMELY hard over the past 4 years and have paid off all debt ...
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I'm in the process of purchasing my first rental property. I was considering starting an LLC, as I wish to have more properties in the future. At the same time, I have heard that banks charge a higher interest rate fo...
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My main goal with investing is buying below market and hopefully making a lot of money when I sell in 15-20 years through appreciation. With that in mind - does it make sense to improve the property over time to pr...
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My name is Andrew, I am 28 years old and I am very interested in real estate and real estate investment. I have read several books and listened to seminars and I am fascinated by this field. I am a college graduate an...