I have a 2nd toy car that I have a loan on, but am equitable in. A property came up just a few houses down from my current rental and I think I can buy it right, but I don't have the cash for the down payment at the m...

Hey Everyone! If you are new to BiggerPockets and Real Estate Investing, you might feel a little lost when it comes to all the REI terms that are thrown around in the Forums. Be sure to bookmark our Glossary where you...

I am a first time investor. I need your help in regards with this deal, any help from you guys would be much appreciated please and thank you!!3bed/2bath/2car with 1500 sq.ft. asking price- 95k (will offer 80k and wor...

Greetings again everyone! After a year of waiting for the right time, it seems time is ripe to buy my first airbnb. Actually I might be already quite late in the party-looking at market explosion in Florida! Last year...

Hey BP, I was just curious what was everyone take on buying rental properties. Do you or would you buy turn-key properties? Why or why not? What do you consider turn key (i.e. already renovated and rented or just reno...

I saw a post earlier asking where in Philadelphia people should buy. Philadelphia is still quite affordable compared to the rest of the northeast and mid Atlantic. I know norristown has had some crime issues in the pa...

What Are Your Qualifications For Your Tenants?

Has anyone used the hard money lending company, 'Do Hard Money' before?  Is it standard for HMLs to ask for a one-time deposit of $3000 that includes: 1) evaluators going out to property to determine whether it's a go...

On October 22, the CFPB finalized targeted amendments to the Dodd-Frank Act mortgage rules that took effect in January 2014. The amendments include: Points and fees cure. Under the Ability-to-Repay/Qualified Mortgag...

It seems to me that BP has changed. I can’t put my finger on exactly when - but, I think it started about 3-5 years ago. Up until then, BP was filled with good stuff, real value, from real REI at all levels. The conte...