If you had to guess, what is the success rate in real estate investing?  Success being defined by someone being able to live above average lifestyle strictly based upon their earnings in real estate.I bet its below 5%...

So, recently I have been trying to branch out and buy real estate in other states. I'm currently working in Arizona so I thought "hmm it's nice out here, I should try to get a property or two while I'm out here." I am...

Hi,I have been presented with a very unique and rare opportunity to purchase the home right next door to me in a very hot neighborhood in Austin, TX. Because of this opportunity to potentially sell both lots to a deve...

Creative Financing
In a Nutshell
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There are No Rules as to how you can or cannot structure your creative financing deals, other than what is legal, moral, ethical an...

Hello everyone, thanks for taking the time to read this.I have a condo that currently can sell for ~ $700k, originally purchased for ~$500k, 30 yr fixed at 4.625, currently rented for $2,800.  All other monthly expens...

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Can one still get rich? What is the new definition of rich? Best way? Is it more difficult than ever before?

What is the...

I am fairly new to BP but just wanted to share that my offer on investment property number 2 was just accepted today!  I haven't closed yet and I know I'm counting my chickens too soon, but I'm excited to have jumped ...

yep, about a foot of water in my basement apartment in my triplex. Called the flood insurance company, but my deductible is fairly high ($5k) so I'm looking to still do this cleanup on the cheap. Anybody have any good...