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Jeffrey Hunter If you could go back in time and give yourself advice, what would you say?
21 February 2023 | 32 replies

As a young investor still in college, I have looked into many different niches. Ultimately, I have decided it is in my best interest to house hack my first property. I am looking for someone to tell me about their exp...

Michael Swan Following Trump's American Dream!!!
14 April 2017 | 90 replies

I just left this message below in reply to a forum post recently.  I thought I would share it with all here to document my path and to inspire others to follow a similar path and stay away from late night guru garbage...

William T. My journey to the Millionaire Investor
27 December 2013 | 57 replies

I am scared…. I am scared because I am about to venture into the unknown where many people have been before some have succeeded some have failed. I am scared because a TV Guru said I can’t get rich really quick b...

Alex T. Getting rid of semi-professional tenant in Massachusetts
2 November 2017 | 31 replies

A little over a year ago I bought a triplex in Chelsea with 2 tenants in place. I've poured a lot of money into repairs because previous landlord didn't take care of anything, then I put in a 3rd tenant. I've been luc...

Jon K. How much do you pay for drywall guys?
1 July 2024 | 58 replies

How much do you pay for drywall guys to repair a wall or ceiling?

I got an estimate of nearly $2000 for part of 1 room. Absurdity.

That's when there's less than $50-75 in actual supplies (drywall, tape, mud, paint...

Brian Adams From Buying a Duplex to Closing a HUGE Deal – 556 Unit Apartment
4 June 2017 | 92 replies

Some background and to set the stage before I dive into this deal, I have shared my story on BP how I quit my CPA job to purchase large apartment complexes, here is a link:I quit my CPA Job to buy Large Apartment Buil...

Mitch Rice $8K Paint Estimate?!
4 September 2019 | 53 replies

Hey everyone,My wife and I are working out the budget on our first rehab and are taken aback by the paint quotes. Everywhere we read says we should be paying a max of $2 per square foot for interior and around $1.5 fo...

Samantha M. Explaining to New Investors Why "Comps" From Trulia & Zillow are Not Reliable
8 January 2013 | 44 replies

As the topic states, sometimes when I speak with individuals new to real estate they will often site Trulia and or zillow to pull comps.

Thats not for a general estimate mind you, but for actual comps for the subject...

Ben Morand 5-20 Unit "Sweet Spot" Properties
21 July 2021 | 68 replies

Hello BP community!So I currently have yet to purchase my first property, and I wanted to hear some opinions on my preferential strategy. After researching quite a bit, I have come across the niche in which investors ...

Ryan M. Rich Dad Education scam Gregory Downing presented in Houston, TX
29 March 2017 | 23 replies

Have you been scammed into worthless Rich Dad Education advanced courses in Houston?  I was scammed by Gregory Downing and have been in a two year process to recover funds with my attorney.  This is will all come to a...