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Hello all. Newbie here.
I have a question regarding approaching family members about private money. I am originally from California, but looking to do business in Philadelphia. Well I am going back to California ver...
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Hello there, new to this community. I have been listening to a lot of the BP podcasts and youtube videos for the last few weeks. My husband and I are both in medicine. Next year he will be an attending and I will be s...
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For people in this space, or in RE investing in general..how would you answer this question...A couple wants to retire in 5 years, they would like to use short term rentals to supply them with 60-80k a year to live on...
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I just received this new marketing piece that is being distributed for a new loan program. I thought it would be something that the BP community may find useful as it directly relates to rehabbers.Has anyone else com...
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With the stock market ending their worst quarter since 2008, there has been much talk about a recession in the near future. I understand that recessions are highly unpredictable, no matter how much research is put int...
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I am sure everyone has a different view on this topic and of course it's dependent on what your needs are.Some perhaps will want an overseas trip every year, wining and dining every week, some toys along the way and...
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I'm wondering if anyone has any advice/opinions on using whole life insurance to supplement my real estate investments. I'm currently 25 and am debating on whether or not I should set up a policy now while I'm "young"...
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Hey everyone, I am looking to buy a house for short term rental in Oregon and wanted to know if I should start a LLC for it or just buy it without one? I know there is tax benefits with having it under one but can I t...