![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1907292/small_1621516595-avatar-benb372.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I feel silly asking this question, but my wife and I have been struggling to compare our investment options. Obviously, BP forums/podcasts/blogs/etc. indicate that real estate is a good way to go. It sounds like a 15%...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/325576/small_1621444418-avatar-bryantg05.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I am a first time real estate investor and CPA in Louisville, KY and recently purchased a duplex (two unit each 1 bedroom one bath split level property) in the Highlands area which is a relatively high market value ar...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/329845/small_1674401826-avatar-7einvestments.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
What’s your goal for acquisition in 2019 - whether it’s based on quantity, dollar value (price paid) or UPB / FMV?I am targeting 72 note deals for 2019 (6 per month).
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/125080/small_1621417994-avatar-eod_investor.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
So I am deploying in a few weeks to afghanistan and did a bit of number crunching to see what I -might- have by the time I come back in 9-10 months.
I currently have 35k in the bank.
I make 5.5k a month without depl...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1238/small_1621345642-avatar-bohemiana.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I don't need to know how to find REO listings or how to contact REO agents.
I want to find out how a few investors in my area seem to be getting properties inbetween foreclosure and the property going back to the ba...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/511029/small_1621480262-avatar-hilaryh1.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hey all,My husband and I bought our first rental (a 2B/1B SFH) this year and are hunting for our next deal. Our current rental is located in a depressed area with low-no appreciation, very low home prices, but averag...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/59176/small_1621412774-avatar-learntoberich.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Perhaps someone can help clarify my thinking on a financial question.For this discussion let's assume we're talking about a $100,000 30 year fixed rate mortgage at 5% with a payment of $536.82 per month.Not that you w...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/263383/small_1621437268-avatar-jeremyj2.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
So, I'm on to my next property (buy and hold). I'm wanting to put as little cash as possible up front for the next one. I'm buying in the 10-25k price range. I have two credit cards. Current balance of $0 on both...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/161647/small_1621420344-avatar-james345.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hi BP,I would like to inquire the following about apartment building investing in Miami, FL;1. Average Two Bedroom Rent (Apartment Buildings Only)2. Average Price Per Unit 3. Stable Blue Color Neighborhoods Any respon...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/147656/small_1621419459-avatar-pitterpan.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I know everyone has their strategy, but I am trying to decide how best to proceed.
1.) Local market: rentals provide 17-21% annual returns for single family detached priced between 40k-70k. The market is great for b...