Jim Stevenson
Alternatives to 529?
Curious to hear other's thoughts on saving for college through a 529. I've started contributing ever since my son was born 5 months ago but I hate the fact that it can only be used for education. I feel like there's t...
Jason Parnell
Texas duplex, should I continue renting or sale?
Hi BP audience,
My name is Jason and I purchased a duplex near Fort Hood following deployment in 2011 for $130k. Since purchasing the place I have replaced/updated so much that the house is virtually on cruise control...
Kyle Godbout
Periodic rental inspections
Hi there. I'm sure this subject has been discussed many times before.
However, I was wondering what methods and time frames other landlords are using for period tenant home inspections? Right now, I am physically go...
Tony Cruz
Is it a good idea to BRRRR on your first deal by yourself?
Decent credit (about 688 FICO), about $13K in cash reserve savings, current employment status is furlough but want to get out of that job to invest full time. I plan on using hard money loans to fund my future deals b...
Joe Assad
How to Market Your Fix and Flip to Sell
Once you have done the hard work of fixing up an investment property, the next phase is marketing it to sell. The key to any plan is to find the right mix of tactics that will bring qualified buyers to your door step ...
Jonathan Blum
Experienced investor unable to qualify for mortgage
I am an experienced investor with more than a dozen properties, a few paid off, all cash flowing, 100% occupancy, not highly leveraged (less than 50%). I have 8 mortgages (5 from banks, 3 contracts). After investing...
Clary C.
Proof of funds letter with offers
friends,
I'm new to the wholesaling business and I have some questions that I was hoping someone could answer for me.
I'm trying to get my first wholesaling deal and I am currently looking at properties...
Tony Castronovo
Recourse or Non-Recourse
I'm currently in a recourse loan on a MF property and in the middle of refinancing. As I evaluate loan offers I am getting both recourse and non-recourse offers. Of course I understand the desire to have a non-recou...
Susan Leake
Property Manager - What to look for and how much
I'm a brand new landlord (out of town). What should I look for in terms of property management services and how much they charge. I have talked to one who charges 15%, which seemed high to me. (Western NY State is the...
Wayne Marshall
Is my first deal a good deal
I'm new to investing have a local investor that mentors me , I'm going to be closing on my first deal and starting to feel nervous and wondering if this deal is a good deal
Purchase price $153,000
3 units
Unit1- 1 be...