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I'm looking to become a commercial real estate broker specializing in Industrial and Office, and am in need of some books that most comprehensively outline the life cycle of a commercial real estate deal. I've found o...
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My plan is to house hack a MFH for my first investment. I’m 21 years old and have never lived away from mom and dad, so doing so will not only be my first experience with REI and being a LL, but also living on my own....
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I sat down with a REA and explained to him that I want to do a fix and flip. I explained this will be my first deal and how I've been studying Real Estate for some months now. I called USAA to get a loan but he explai...
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Hey BP,I was wondering if anyone has advice on how I can apply my mechanical engineering degree to learn more about real estate. I just graduated and am currently looking for my first entry level job. I was thinking I...
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I just decided a week ago that I need to be financially free in 6 years. My goal is to own a multi family rental that generates $200000/year or more. I have to start off small because I don't have $2 million dollars l...
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I have money in an E*Trade IRA and want to transfer it to a self directed IRA for a down payment on a rental SFR. Any suggestions on best way to go? Thanks!
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Hey guys I am wanting to open up an Self directed IRA.. can I just go to any bank or is there any certain recommendations you guys can refer. Thanks
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Hello all,
My name is Mahmoud, I am mechanical engineer residing in Las Vegas.
Me and my G.F. have been thinking about purchasing a home, but recently, we started reading more and more about investing in Real E. ...
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Should I only hire a handyman who is licensed and insured? What are the ramifications if the handyman is not licensed and insured?
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Hey Gang! This seems like an appropriate question for the forums. How much do ADUs cost from start to finish? I think this question is dependent on a few factors. 1. Contractor 2. Local City Requirements 3. Time and M...