all, a recession is coming.  No I don't know when, and am not seeking to time the market or even predict when it will happen. But recessions always come and the current recovery/expansion/bull run is lengthy by histor...

My wife and I are looking for investment properties for next year. What we are trying to calculate are closing costs. Since closing costs are similar no matter the loan. Wouldn’t it make more sense to buy a 4-plex wit...

Hello, I am a college senior graduating in May and I want to invest in rental property. Would 21 be too young?

I had a property under contract and the closing documents were sent to the seller and she seems to be refusing to sign and return. She is ignoring phone calls and clearly avoiding me.I'm certain that she's changed her...

My wife and I bought a home in upstate New York at a county tax foreclosure sale in march/April of this year. It’s in the county that borders ours. Great neighborhood, great school district, perfect location. The land...

Hi everybody!My name is Daniel Lehrman, and I'm a complete newbie when it comes to anything real estate related.   I am currently employed as a salaried financial advisor at a large company, but like many others in th...

Is the market you used to live in mediocre or poor? Did you move to another market you thought held better opportunity? How did you choose the new market? How is it working out? What would you do differently if yo...

Hi everyone, looking for some thoughts from members of biggerpockets.Our situation is:We are a married couple, live in the Bay Area for last 4 years (moved to US from Ukraine), have no kids, work in tech, getting tire...

Hi there fellow BP'ers.  My name is Steve and I have been interested in real estate for a while but only recently have been positioned to get active in it.  My wife and I are looking for small multi-family buildings i...

As I prepare my Maine rentals for winter - hiring a plow guy who will actually show up, finding the best deal for oil, making sure my tenants shut their storm windows, etc., I have to wonder if there's a better option...