Hello Everyone. I'm in the process of closing on a 4 unit building in CA in which I will live in one of the units. I will be raising rents about 8% since the current owner hasn't raised rents in a long time. Even if I...

I contracted to purchase an REO in December of 2010, skipping all the long and boring details, I finally just received word that the deal is accepted and I am now in escrow. I will not post any of the real numbers her...

So I've been on BP for a few months and always follow the discussions in out-of-state markets that I'm interested in.  The story is always the same with people from the Bay Area, Socal, NY, or any other large market t...

I've been trying for almost a year to buy a 2 fam house in Brooklyn, NY. Something always comes up, or my private money has moved on by the time I find something.  I'm leveraging myself alot here and wondering if ther...

It would be interesting to hear stories of what some of you did BEFORE discovering real estate;
Is your life dramatically different NOW? Will you or did you make it your goal to be a full-time investor? Does anyone re...

Hey, bigger pockets family. I'm really struggling and getting burnt out with trying to own 3 rental properties on my own with no experience and trying to manage and learn every aspect myself. How can I reduce this str...

Here's my situation, My name is Grant Hamlin and I am 21 years old. Right now I am attending college in Oregon and am pursuing a Business Degree. I am 2 years in and am now applying for Oregon State Universities Busin...

The next few weeks look a little crazy, with 7 closings, mostly on the sell side.  I need to plan and start another buying campaign. Also need a shovel ready deal in Austin, ASAP,  to keep the crew busy.  Looking hard...

There aren't enough renters to build demand so prices are dropping. They're dropping so low that Landlords are choosing to keep the units vacant rather than fill them at reduced prices. In August, they warehoused over...

So here's my situation. Looking for some feedback on what I can do differently next time.I found a multi-unit in a town where I grew up. Five units total, four currently rented. Vacancy rate is low. After getting some...