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Alex Fenske Will mortgage rates go down? / Should I wait to buy a home or investment property?
1 August 2023 | 5 replies

It's a popular question people are asking me these days. Here are my answers...Will rates at some point be lower than they are today? Yes. What most people really mean when they ask me this question, though, is whethe...

Carrie Cathey Cash Flow or ROI? Which number do you focus on most in an investment?
20 July 2015 | 88 replies

Curious to know which numbers real estate investors look at when considering properties. Do the numbers vary depending on the property type (ex. single-family homes, apartment complex, etc.).Thanks :)

Blake C. Paying Cash Vs. Loan
26 May 2014 | 14 replies

I am sure this question has been asked 1,000 times so if someone wants to direct me in the right place, I would be very appreciative.

In my town, a normal Cash on cash return is around 6-7% if you are paying ...

Masroor Ahmed What is reasonable Deferred Maintenance?
24 July 2016 | 19 replies

Hey BP fam, So I'm in contract to close on a 7-unit bldg by the end of the first month..first deal, hopefully.  Had the inspection done and there is clearly work that needs to be done in the $5-$10K range, incl some w...

Steven J. Dealing with MHP managers
10 August 2014 | 16 replies

As I'm starting out with my mobile home investing venture right now I've run into what seems like a standard problem.

Well, first of all I'm finding out managers of parks don't necessarily understand investing. I've ...

Matt Silverstone Duplex Non-Performing Tenant -- What would you do?
2 May 2021 | 7 replies

Hi BP! I'm under contract in the valley for a duplex and trying to overcome a situation to judge the ability for the current tenant to perform on rent. I intend to be owner occupying 1 of the units and the other is cu...

Harvard Hill My First Flip
5 February 2014 | 13 replies

I’ve been dreaming of flipping a house for the last five years or so and trolling the BP forums for the last six months. BP was a big factor in getting me comfortable enough to pull the trigger and buy my first inv...

Aharon Najafi How to negotiate a seller’s price down
15 November 2021 | 17 replies

I’m a bit of a newbie….I’m in contract on a property and have already completed the inspection. There are several things that need to be done including the roof, foundation and deteriorated subfloor. I’m asking for a ...

David J. Thoughts on interest only loans
10 May 2013 | 8 replies

What are your thoughts on interest only loans for buy and holds? I see the plus as more cash flow, but the downside of no principle paydown. My thought was that increasing cash flow in the growth stage of a portfoli...

Jay Oliver How Far off in my Thinking am I? :)
13 July 2008 | 43 replies

What an interesting, informative and exciting site! I have been lurking and learning here for weeks now. Thank you to all of you who share your expertise, experience and wisdom.

I have been actively looking for my ...