J. Martin
Recession Predictor: Leading Index of Economic Indicators
The Leading Index of Economic Indicators has been a pretty good indicator of a decline in economic activity, since it was published. The index uses nonfarm payroll employment, the unemployment rate, average hours work...
Kevin Phu
Purchase Vehicle to Uber
So an idea crossed my mind and I've done a little thinking about it. Wanted to see what the community's opinion is on it and if they feel it could be a good idea.General Info on my situation:Primary vehicle: No paymen...
Scott Trench
Act Now or Wait? IF Under Contract - Close, or Back Out?
A lot of investors are reaching out to me right now, often those who are currently under contract on a first or second property. Luckily, almost all of the folks I've talked to are in strong financial positions overal...
Kathleen McDowell
What are the Pros/Cons of installing Elec Car Charger in an STR?
Hi BP Community - I have a STR in Lake Tahoe and feel the demographic of the area indicates guests from surrounding San Fran area would filter properties and search for those with an Elec Charging. 1. Have people foun...
Gary Harrell
They Call Themselves Turnkey, but.....
I’m a newbie, no experience, gaining theoretical knowledge by reading books and living on BiggerPockets, itching to pull the trigger on my first deal and really start learning, money burning a hole in my pocket, and I...
Sarah Smith
Looking to get into larger investments and possibly syndication
I am an experienced investor with over 70 properties. I have great cash flow with my properties but I am looking to scale my business. I am looking for advice on taking the leap into larger properties when I don’t hav...
Tariq Hakeem
12 Ways To Meet And Welcome A New Neighbor At A Distance
12 Ways To Meet And Welcome A New Neighbor At A Distance
Being the new kid on the block can be intimidating or lonely under any circumstance. Since COVID-19 struck and turned our world upside down, close to 4 billion...
Mary Joe
Why is Brooklyn a lot more popular than Astoria, Queens?
Hi All, am hoping for some feedback here.I am comparing Astoria in Queens against what I think as similar neighborhoods in Brooklyn, ie Bed-sty, Bushwick, Crown Heights.If it is up to me, Astoria would be my #1 choic...
Steve R.
Reduced realtor commission when selling a house
Just want to get opinion in regards to realtor commission when selling a property. As you all know, Austin RE market is red hot now. I have been doing most of the groundwork on working out what the fair market value o...
Tim Griffiths
finding the time
I just closed on my first property and was thinking of having it be a str/mtr in my town but I'm having second thoughts. I have a very busy w-2 job as does my wife and finding the time and money to fully furnish anot...