Page Huyette
How did you first start using your Self-directed IRA?
I'm in the process of converting a 401k into a SDIRA and was wondering if any fellow BPer's would care to share what has worked or not worked for them using this investment approach. Is it best to purchase individual...
Eduardo Cardena
Is Note Investing (NPN) recommended for newbies w/40k to start?
Hello there!I just attended a local RIA club meeting where they talked about note investing – first time for me hearing about note investing. It was a really nice eye-opener for the opportunities available and other m...
Shawn Ziegaus
Why do a lot of people say stay away from property managers
I am new to real estate investing. So please forgive any wording that is incorrect in this post. But, a lot of people I have talked to say to stay away from property managers and mange the properties yourself. Yet on ...
Sharon R.
Am I in trouble? Issue with property manager
Hi, I wish to give a warring- this one is long. The short version is at the bottom of this post. I heard a few different opinions on what I am about to write to you, so I need a very specific advise here, if backed ...
Moritz Bode
Highest Value Increasing Repairs
Hello BP community,I'd love to hear from experienced investors on which repairs have historically increased their home's value the most. Obviously, there are many factors involved in this and it is difficult to distin...
Peter Lee
How are sale values of ADU's?
Anyone have recent experience on how an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) or backhouse is valued these days relative to the main house?For example, say if you have a house that is 1500sf and it would normally sell for $50...
Jason Eisert
Need Advice: How to Increase Bookings for Unique Luxury Hawaiian Mansion
I am the owner of a 10,000 sqft luxury mansion in Hawaii that I have spent the past two years renovating and managing. We've found that the property is perfect for large families, yoga retreats, and corporate groups. ...
Roy C.
The logic behind long term tenants
I don't understand people who are long term tenants, and the logic behinds it bothers me. They are paying monthly rent to other people, which doesn't make sense to me. If they have money to pay rent each month for lon...
David Krulac
What things have you found in foreclosed/abandoned houses?
In the thread about the TV show Property Wars, it was brought up about things found in and on foreclosed property.
1. In a recent one there was the last occupant's ashes. I called the relative to come get the ashes...
Ayo F.
Anti-Flip Clause
So I have read in many places and discussed with many attorneys about the 30 - 90 day anti - flip requirement for short sale acceptance.
However, has anyone ever bothered to question the banks legality for requiring ...