You have probably observed that your best first investment is in yourself. Even if you have closed a few deals in the past, you must have a mentor who can help take you to the next level in your real estate invest...

I've had conflicting thoughts about starting this topic, but figured that my real estate life is pretty much an open book anyway, so here goes...

My wife and I are in the process of designing our new house th...

Hi All,I'm reviewing my lease, and I'm wondering if there's any additions in people's leases that they consider must haves, or perhaps additions to leases after a bad tenant experiences? What is something you'd wish y...

I know this has been asked in the past. I've read through those posts and am looking to update the discussion based on current market conditions and get some advice based on our specific circumstances listed below.
W...

So my wife and I went on a Disney Cruise last week. While on our trip we met a family from the Dayton OH area who, in addition to owning an HVAC business, owns 20 doors in that area. We are in the Charlotte NC area an...

So I think the good news around real estate is only going to continue for some time to come.  I believe we could see 5%-10% appreciation between now and 18-36 months on a national level and much more in local markets ...

Ok - Looks like the NY Post called the election for Obama . . . seems like the rest of the nets are tiptoing around it. So, I'll stand behind the Post and call it for Obama.
[UPDATE - It is official - McCain is in ...

Hi BP!Happy new year!  I own three investment properties in Indianapolis that are professionally managed.  I was on the phone with my property manager the other day and he said something that caught my attention.  He ...

How many of you have read a good portion of the health care bill?

I must admit, I coudn't sit and crack out 1000 or so pages of legal jargon at one sitting but, I did find a site with some bullet points, then I loc...

Has anyone taken interest in "Tiny Homes", less than 500 sq ft homes.

I've been reading up on these, and it looks like people are building them ground up for less than $15k. Some people are claiming to live here for ...