New to the forum, curious how many people started out with a mentor. I am 21, a recent college grad, law school bound. REI has always been a goal of mine regardless of any other job. I have capital, no debt and excell...

Just saw the recent Youtube Video from Reventure consulting today.Looks like he is predicting Austin market is in bubble and going to burst soon.He provided some supporting data based on rental rates etc.I am Still ne...

I am looking to invest in my first rental property. For a first time investor, is it better to purchase a home out-of-state with more cash flow or a property in closer proximity with less cash flow? More specifically,...

Wanted to get some opinions and thoughts on my mulit-family real estate business strategy:  I have experience as a multifamily architect but I want to get into investing/development.  My plan is to start with 2-4plex ...

Hi guys. My name is Matt and currently my wife and I have been living at the same apartment in Chicago for 3 years -- never late on rent. Long story short: My landlord raised the rent by $40 year two and $60 year thre...

Hi everyone, I am new to this forum and would like to say Hi!
I also have a question. I rented this town house in Chicago for 13 months. My job is transferring me to India permanently in September. My lease is also up...

I offered on a property done by rehabbers. They want to make their profit and I want to make my returns. Originally, they priced the house at $94,900, someone else offered and financing fell through. I don't know if t...

I haven't seen much discussion on targeted real estate markets and I don't see this category on the forum. Rich's post caused me to wonder what RE markets everyone thinks are the best to invest in. Where are you inv...

If you had to choose just 3 neighborhoods around the Greater Pittsburgh area to buy and hold multi units, which neighborhoods would you choose?  (obviously neighborhoods where multi's are prevalent) 

Hi BP. If I have a rental property (Let's say a 4plex) and the market crashes, what's the big deal? Won't I still have my tenants in there paying my rent every month, thus I'll still be getting equity in the property?...