Hi BP community. What are your thoughts about doing a cash out refinance after making an all cash offer? Has anyone tried this? All cash offers would certainly increase leverage during the purchase process, but wonder...

Here's my situation. I have a 3BR 2B single family rental built in 1976 with the same tenants for 11 years. The property is in need of upgrades ( windows, siding, concrete repairs). The interior is very dated and need...

Hi all, I know this has been covered several time, but I think this is somewhat unique so I created a new topic.  I'm in the process of buying a multi-family (3 unit) property. I'm taking title to the property in my n...

Hello! I own a 3-flat in Chicago and my tenant is interested in replacing the dishwasher . They are looking to service and install all himself and his defined his budget for this. I would replace myself but just added...

Hello, I have been listening to Bigger Pockets podcasts and webinars for 6 months and the advice provided has grown my confidence to make the leap into the market. I have targeted my rental investment to Glen Burnie, ...

I am interested in thinking about how people seeking financial freedom through real estate investment might be able to align their efforts and decisions with their values. Is anyone thinking or talking about strategie...

I want to get more into real estate investing (looking into buying my first MFR soon), but I'm also concerned about how this will effect my purchasing power down the line.Okay, i know that's a pretty general statement...

In response to a postcard mailing to absentee owners, today I was contact by the owner of a 3/2/2. I went to view the house and was blown away by how absolutely perfect it was. The owner took meticulous take of the ...

For years I have been investing in rental properties. My experience has always been with single family properties. I have also managed apartments and have always managed my own properties.

This year I have been wor...

"My interest is in the future because I am going to spend the rest of my life there." - Charles F. KetteringMain Takeaway: Get out the shoehorn and bear grease!A local Seattle TV station last night ran a great overvie...