Happy 2018 Ya’ll!The New Year is a great way to make some New Years resolutions towards advancing you're investment goals! I started my first investment with a 4 flat on the northwest side. I used FHA financing and li...

Hi. I've been lurking for a while, educating myself on real estate investing, and just want to get a little confirmation that the numbers I'm seeing make sense. My goal is to invest in cash-flowing properties in the S...

I have landed a job along Lake St. Clair and am considering moving to the area. My commute is pretty ridiculous right now. However, I know I don't want it to be permanent. I am torn between buying a place or just rent...

I think that everyone can benefit from the collective wisdom of the board. What is the biggest lesson you have learned so far in your investing career? Your answer can cite a specific incident or general philosophy ...

New guy here - 34 years old and I've been working as a Mechanical Engineer for 12 years.  Plan to continue for another 20-ish.  Just now starting to learn about REI and have been trying for a year or so to just look a...

A recent thread pointed out the need for an Operating Agreement which led to maintenance rquirements of an LLC.

Not only do members need to have an Operating Agreement but the corporation needs to be maintained.

Min...

Hi all - I am working on establishing what I hope are realistic goals and trying to form a business plan around them. As I do so, and attempt to crunch numbers and look at listings for practice and to get a sense for ...

Hi everyone!  I was thinking of buying a turnkey for the first time and was comparing the turnkey prices with Zillow estimates of what the property was worth.  The difference is so big!  Now Zillow does not know what ...

Hi everyone, I wanted to get your thoughts on house hacking in an expensive market (Chicago) where it isn’t easy to live for free. Please let me know your thoughts between the two options:1) Buy a smaller duplex with ...

About one year ago I moved to Las Vegas to play professional soccer. Last March our season began and ended due to COVID 19. At first, sitting at home and staying safe was great. Then I realized I was at the mercy of s...