I'm new to the forum. Been a landlord since 2010. I'm a hands on owner/manager in the Puyallup, Wa area. Do most things myself. Currently looking at a refi for one of my duplexes. Go HAWKS!!!!!!

Hello everyone, my name is Jerrod Goode and I look forward to becoming an active member of the site. My real estate experience includes time spent as a loan originator and a real estate agent. I guess you can say I am...

If you are wanting to sell your real estate property, but are worried about paying taxes on the capital gains, a great strategy to consider is a 721 Exchange. Section 721 of the Internal Revenue code allows an investo...

Hi! I'm new here at BP. My husband and I are selling our condo in CA as we are needing more cash flow (barely breaking even) and want more security if we end up on one income.  We are planning to do a 1031, but I'm ha...

Hi! So when is a newbie not a newbie? ...asking for a friend of course.  Owning a few SFHs and moving on to a multi-family deal this year, as well as overseeing the real estate properties that are jointly owned by fam...

Hola! I am curious to you BP members thoughts on Bridgeport, CT. I googled the area and it seems like it’s high on crime and not as safe. What are your thoughts about this area and what tools do you use to analyze...

Ali Boone wrote a great blog post on the characteristics of a phenomenal property manager. Why isn't there a national property management company that strives to streamline the process to provide great management?Comm...

As passive real estate investors, we're often presented with opportunities both near and far. The allure of out-of-state deals can sometimes overshadow opportunities right under our noses. But should we be investing i...

Hello All,I am trying to develop an investment strategy for an early retirement in 10 years. After reading several articles from an affiliate website (I don't think I'm supposed to mention affiliates by name??) I have...

I'm going to be renovating a small home.  Since this home is in another geography, however, a friend will oversee the renovations and the process of making it ready for occupancy by a relative.  The home is in fairly ...