Yesterday I found fresh human waste in the toilet at the REO I have under contract. Today I was there with the mold specialist and we found food remnants and some drug paraphernalia.

House is owned by a mega-bank and...

I am currently 23 years old and recently graduated from college with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. I am looking to get started in investing in real estate and building my portfolio. But I’m not sure where...

Good Morning Biggerpockets! I thought to start a forum post on one of my favorite topics, "Landlord Tricks of the Trade" I've shared this with many colleagues and investors and felt it's time to post on Biggerpockets....

I looked at a house today that is coming up for sheriff sale.  The neighbors came out and started  talking to me about the house.  They had been told by someone hired by the bank to mow the lawn to tell the buyer he i...

I am currently in the process of purchasing 5 properties from a friend of mine for $45,000. Now these properties are in the condition that you would expect a $9,000 house to be in. Currently all 5 properties have rent...

Hello, I'm Justin writing from Joliet, IL. I am new to real estate investing and looking for a bit of guidance on wholesale and short sales. I have been to numerous workshops, seminars, and purchased too many "Key to ...

Hey fellow investors. I'm reading there is a local 24/7 property management requirement for short term rentals and that information haa to be given to local authorities prior to your str operation. Is this becoming th...

Most of my rentals allow pets. I do get pics of all pets, plus info on the breed and age (so no replacing of pets can be done).Here's my question: Do any of you require up to date shot records? Such as for rabies? I'v...

Before I waste my time going down to the court to file...We are purchasing a home next week from a worn out landlord.  It comes with an existing, problem, tenant who has not paid rent for a year.  Can we file with the...

Where to start? My wife and I would love to invest in real estate, house, 2 plex, 4 plex, etc. we have no idea how to even get started. We paid off our current home a year ago, and have investments in the stock market...