William Massey
New to Houston and Real Estate - Looking for a Mentor
Hello Houston BP community! My name is Will, and I'm a new Houston/Texas resident, relocating here for jobs in the medical field. I am looking to break into investment real estate within the next 6-12 months, and I'm ...
Spencer Cornelia
Why You Should Shop for the Best Rates (HELOC story)
I am closing on a HELOC for the condo I purchased in 2016. The HELOC would serve as my reserves for a 4plex I’m in the process of purchasing. I am a little time crunched on needing the funds since I can’t close on t...
Nathan Wierzgac
Home for sale with built in equity
I have a house that I bought to flip in Durham, NC back in January and ran out of money to finish the renovations. Pretty much all of interior was done minus some paint touch ups, an interior door that needs replacing...
Michael Meserve
Working with an agent - good idea?
Hi everyone-
I own a few rental properties in Portland Maine. I'm in the processing of adding to my portfolio and this time decided it wasn't worth it to me to work with a buyer's agent. As I check out properties a...
Brian Ellis
I’m back on Biggerpockets
It’s been a busy couple of years. I was really active here for a while but took a hiatus. I left my desk job to start my own business and swing a hammer. The physical labor has been tough, but the peace of mind is wel...
Brent Barnes
How Do I Find Energy to Learn REI With a Full-time Job?
Hello, everybody!I've made the decision to become a real estate investor. I'm still in the learning/education stage, but I hope to buy my first property within a year.I am also going into my third year of being a full...
Kyleigh Morgan
Brrrr-ing with structural issues
When you are buying to flip or Brrrr, what issues with a property would cause you to walk away? In other words, would you never rehab a home with foundation/structural problems? Are some things just not worth repairin...
Joe Splitrock
What is your day like?
I am curious for those of you who regularly post on BP to hear a little about how you spend your time. Are you full time in another career during the day and real estate at night? Or are you full time in real estate a...
Chris Jackson
Be more productive NOT just busy
Saw this link on TechInsider http://www.techinsider.io/expert-charles-duhigg-ex...Everyone struggles with breaking through the inefficient busyness and becoming truly productive. The above article is a helpful remind...
Lauren C.
How to proceed in smokies?
Hello all,I'm in contract for my first property in Wears Valley: 4bed/4bath w/indoor pool and media room, 3600 sq ft for 900K. My intention was to go as big as possible right out of the gate for better returns. Howeve...