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Hi all, New to BP community and have noticed not many posts mention architects (say in contrast to CPA, legal, contractors, lenders, etc). I am a licensed architect and an aspiring investor (Chicago) and am using my b...
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I made an offer of 130k on a duplex that was listed for 200k, it was approved by the seller and we began escrow. However, the appraisal came back at 136k, I'm wondering what I'm missing here? My intension is to use t...
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Hi!We’re planning to rent our home when we move—but we know we will be moving out of state. Question is:Self manage out of state? OR Hire property manager and eat the costs until you have cash flow coming in? What’s t...
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I have been analyzing some deals in my area and have come across one that is of interest to me. This will be a college rental that is only 3 blocks off campus which is prime location for a college rental. 4 bed 1 bath...
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Hello! My name is Daniel and I love bigger pockets and have been following the podcasts sporadically for the past few years. But besides that, I'm brand new to real estate!I plan on moving to the Torrance, CA area an...
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I am real close to getting a verbal approval from Wells Fargo on a short sale deal I've been working on.
Today they sent me a couple of more items they need to move forward; one was a "short sale contract addendum"....
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I am about to purchase an investment home and I thinking about selling it using owner financing. I am getting a private loan to purchase the property for $58,000 will put $5000 into rehab (it is a foreclosure that is...
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I am a new landlord and need to replace the only shower in our rental property, which will take 3 days to complete. The tenants will be staying at the premises for the duration of the repair and expect compensation fo...
Looking for some advice. This is a property in Indianapolis, IN. All the numbers are accurate. The purchase agreement was signed on 12/18.After receiving the inspection report I was very hesitant to continue. The sell...
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Just a PSA opinion to people on here that may be newer or just getting started in Arkansas. I am constantly hearing from people after they have gone to one of these weekend seminars from the Drive Thur Guru's who pit...