Isacc Lightbourn
What is a cap rate and why are they important ?
I hear the words “Cap Rate “ a lot. What is a cap rate and why re they important? Is it something added onto a loan interest rate or maybe equity in a property? What is a good cap rate?
Hank Olken
Ethics Around Reducing Tax Liability
Hi all, as I've been getting more into real estate investing, it's become quite clear that the US tax code favors business owners and real estate investors rather than W2 employees or self-employed business owners. On...
Allyson Edwards
When should I start getting nervous? Cant find a good tenant!!
Hi everyone,I have a property in NC that i closed on June 15th. https://www.zillow.com/homes/105D-Brookshire-lane-...I have a property manager taking care of trying to get a renter. the problem is she is constantly ge...
Desmond Price
REI vs Stock Market
Hey guys, obviously I'm new to REI and trying to understand REI vs investing in the stock market. I have been focusing on SFR to buy and hold and I don't see the returns I do in my stock market portfolio (up 24% YTD)....
Ray Reed
inherited 85 year old tenant but rent is way below market
Hello BP,I recently closed on a 5 unit property where all of the units are way below market. With the current rents I am operating at a $200 monthly deficit. All of the residents are on month to month leases and this...
Curtis H.
Can bank block bringing loan current for Sub2 deal?
Hi guys, I have a post one page back with all the boring details on this Sub2 opportunity. Seller is willing to deal, and I think I have a 85% shot at getting it. Here are my questions...1) Can the bank NOT let me bri...
Account Closed
Solving the negative cash flow issue with LA rentals
So you are told its impossible to cash flow in LA. Actually you can, it just requires slightly more cash down. You can also try lowering expenses, although that might barely make a difference.If data from Zillow is co...
James H.
To pay or not to pay off your primary residence
This discussion was cropping up in another thread about a different topic, and I wanted to hear more feedback from other members about what they prefer. As a primer, I am going quote @Rich Weese contributed as I find ...
Matt Lefebvre
Are real estate degrees worth it?
Hello everyone!
I come here asking a rather important question that pertains to me personally. My big question is, is it worth going to college for a real estate degree if planning on being a full-time invest...
Pedro Padierna
I'm having trouble finding a tenant for my rental
Dear BP community, I recently bought and rehabbed my first rental, we left it in great shape and its ready to rent. The property is in a nice neighborhood and a good school district. But unfortunately, we are struggli...