I found a nice simple break down for new folks trying to understand the basics of Lease Options also known as
Rent to Own.

http://money.cnn.com/2009/06/02/real_estate/rent_to_own/index.htm?postversion=2009060416

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Hello, my name is Bruce.  I'm new to the investment arena and have a question about the ratio of quality investment opportunities to the number of investors seeking opportunities.   With the popularity of real estate ...

First post.  Looking for extra eyes to analyze these numbers.  It's my first rental on my own and this is my first time using BP calculators.  I did past analysis with a mortgage calculator app and excel so I'm curiou...

I've noticed in general that a lot of SFH have unpermitted units (studio or 1 bed/bath). I also know that it is quite common in SF and Oakland to rent these out to folks who are ready to pay rent due to the lack of af...

My partner and I are considering a 9 Unit in a flood zone. Aside from the cost of extra insurance, what can we expect for cost increase on the loan side? Will many banks not touch the property because of the flood zon...

Greetings Family!Currently own two rental properties. I have been going back and forth on whether to open a LLC. When is the best time to do so? It's important this year, to get all my possible tax benefits or anythin...

Hi BP fam! I am looking at my first MF deal and it looks great. My only question is the seller will only sell if I purchase the frontage road it sits on, which is an extra $1.2 million. Is this normal? What are the pr...

Hello Folks,Background: I have very little real estate experience. I'm looking to start investing in single family houses in my local area. I have a decent amount of remodeling and building experience. I've been toyin...

Example... Which would you (you meaning real estate investors out there) prefer,1) 15 year loan @ X% that yields a $200 a month positive monthly income on a 4-plex, or2) 30 year loan @ X+% that yields a $900 a month p...

I'm prepping for my first AirBnB and want to get your advice on the best bed plan. 
4 bedroom house, one queen-sized murphy bed in the upstairs bedroom. (Upstairs is a bedroom, 3/4 bath, and living space)
2 bedrooms...