Eugenia K.
Is PMI a better choice in a low interest rate environment?
I've been looking at investing in my first small multifamily property with 20% down, but recently started exploring putting 15% down in order to hold on to more cash (to invest in my next property) and pay the PMI (or...
Erin Fulton
Who do I go to for advice in investment strategy choices?
Hello! I have been investing in (and holding) land and one STR property over the last few years. We are now (in my area near Austin Texas) in a very high sellers market and feel like we need to consider the pros/cons ...
Kaden Olson
Many choices but only have one shot. ADU? Out of state?
Hey everyone! First I’m new to this world and also the site so excuse me if I mess up anything. I’ve been reading everything and learning a ton but feel generally lost in the sauce when it comes to pulling the trigger...
Nikhil Agarwal
Cast Iron Tub vs. Acrylic Tub AND Fridge Choice in Renovation
This is the first time I purchased a unit that needs to be renovated before it can be rented. Before I closed, I went ahead and purchased two more. All 3 units closed last week. So now I have 3 units that need renovat...
Jacob Koshy
Is it okay to replace Financing choice on a short sale.
I have an accepted offer for a bank short sale in the SW suburbs of Chicago. When I initially made the offer I put in the financing conditions based on my pre approval. Which is with a 25% down payment. While I was wa...
Patty C.
What Choice To Make For Defined Benefit Supplement (DBS) Upon Retirement?
What would you do if you had a defined benefit supplement (DBS)? Would you take a lump sum? annuitize it of a period certain? annuitize for life? roll it over to a 403(B)/401(K)? roll it over to an ira?Lump sum puts m...
Kevin Lunt
Who is your self-directed IRA custodian of choice & why?
I'm curious to hear people's choices and reasons for using and/or reasons for not using any of the numerous self-directed IRA custodians out there.
Allison Leung
NEW Editor's Choice Category: All our best articles in one place!
Attention all faithful BP Real Estate News Blog readers (and if you're not... get on board!):We've just added a brand new section called "Editor's Choice," where we're featuring some of our best, comprehensive long re...
Adam Phoenix
Disabled Veteran Housing Choice Voucher Landlord Search - Could use some help...
Hi there,I just accidentally came across this forum while doing a search for properties/landlords that accept or are willing to accept a housing choice voucher. I'm a disabled veteran with a chronic illness. Currentl...
Chad Linn
Does choice of title company matter if deal is bank financed ?
Multifamily contract, commercial loan 85% LTV. Seller agreed to pay all closing costs. Seller wants to use his title company to close which that title company has been in existence for over 100 years and good reputa...