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I bought a fourplex from Fannie Mae about 60 days ago as an owner occupant and I have yet to move in. I do plan to live there but I've had two contracts fall through on my house and I have a flip that is taking longe...
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I have been in IT profession for about 20 years. Even after these many years, there is no guarantee that I will be spared during next company-wide layoffs due to economic conditions.
I hate it and want to kick them b...
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I’m thinking about selling my single family house To buy a 4plex to “house hack” but I wanted to know would that be a good idea? And if so what are the headaches I’m going to have to deal with ? And if so if its possi...
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Hello BP!
I am looking into getting into flipping properties technically for the first time. I have experience with renovating properties, as the first 2 homes I bought were fixers (one I lease now and the ...
I am looking to build a mini storage, but I'm trying to estimate costs to build. Does anyone have any tips on estimation on 3 acres?
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It's been a bit of a surprise to me that, in spite of what I thought was a huge bubble last year, both real estate and stocks all kept rising. Once COVID hit, I was sure that would prick the bubble and start the down...
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Just Closed on my first property, and I'm feeling like I made a mistake. Bought a duplex for $157,400. My mom will live in one half and I plan to occupy the other. I got a great deal in one sense- My mom supplied the ...
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I want to hear the good experiences and bad on this one. Do you really win in the long run by lowering rent for a longer lease, or should you stick to the script of 12mo leases?
What are your thoughts on this?
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Hi All, I’m new to the whole real estate game (down town Chicago). I found out that my rent was the same as a mortgage, so last year I made the switch. I purchased a fixer upper, moved in, and did the work myself. Now...
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Hi everyone,I had a conversation with a lender agent today which started out discussing a refi but ended in looking to sell. I’m curious on a few more inputs from all of you. The question is do you guys think the ho...