I’m interested in buying a property, minimum of a 2-family to live in and rent. What would be the best way to obtain a mortgage if I am self-employed/independent contractor??

Hi BP, I recently learned about a CEMA (Consolidation, Extension, and Modification Agreement), and from what i understand it is specific to New York State. Has anyone had any experience and success using this form of ...

I've got my first tenants in place and so far, so good. My real estate investment portfolio has officially started.

Hi all,I've been reading posts on BP for some time now and I'm hoping the community might be able to provide some suggestions. I'm in a bit of a tricky situation, my household annual combined joint income between my w...

Would a 1031 exchange be able to be used for money received back from a hard money loan? If not what would be the best way to reinvest so taxes would be minimal? We invested in a property here in Hawaii 2 1/2 years ag...

So I have been in talks with someone to get private money.  I have gone through purchasing the PPI and giving up 10% of the purchase price as security, as per the contract.  Now the lender is telling me that there is ...

Good morning everyone,
My name is Kevin Carrillo. I have a 30 year mortgage on a 4 bedroom house in the Dallas TX area. I live in one of the rooms and rent out the other 3. After stumbling upon BiggerPockets on Youtu...

We are owner financing the sale of one of our rental properties. We would like to require the buyer to have mortgage insurance. Any recommendations or referrals to companies that offer such a product? 

Ok I THOUGHT I knew about these things after buying and selling real estate for many years BUT am always eager to learn except when doing a 1031 exchange you need to pay income tax on profit when you sell a property c...