I'm a Chicago area native and new Real Estate Investor. I'm interested in Flipping, Wholesaling and just plain getting my hands dirty in Real Estate. I hope to make new connections and learn from the BP community. 

If I have been taking a loss as the house is empty while it's on the market. Will it hurt my chances to get another loan this year as my schedule E will show a slight loss on paper once the units are all averaged. The...

Any suggestions on international investment?

Husband and I are fixing up a rental home and want to add a patio. We have thick cement pavers and are looking for the right base material. I've heard everything from crushed granite (expensive!!) to limestone, to cru...

I live in New York, NY. I'm not interested in investing in NYC or White Plains (where I work) due to taxes, regulations, etc. I am interested in the Philly market. I'm from near Philadelphia originally, and I can get ...

Is it possible anywhere right now with 2-4 units to cash flow with under 25% down? With 7% rates, vacancy, capex, taxes and insurance Im seeing almost negative cash flow for every property even in the midwest. That ma...

Had my home up on the market for 4 days now. That's all it took to have over $1000 worth of property stolen. In the process now of figuring out which agent's client(because I had two showings today) was the thief. But...

Hello, I've been practicing with numbers on the rental analyzer and need help with a closer number to use for insurance on a duplex, tri or quad. Sq ft has been between 3400 to 5000. Areas is Park Ridge, Des Plaines, ...

Can anyone recommend a great property manager in the Hampton Roads area? The one I am now using is just plain awful, and I am looking for something quality-long term.

Dear BP family,I was wondering, when is it necessary to do the french drain? Why do flippers tend to do the french drain?Thank you in  advance,Eli M