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Do you all recommend using home inspector or contractor for inspection of home under contract? No obvious major issues with home but want to get a second set of eyes on it. I was thinking of using a contractor to wa...
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Hey everyone. I am looking to start investing with a multi unit property, most likely a 4-plex. I always see on duplex listings, "Live in one side, have a renter pay your mortgage" or something catchy to that effect. ...
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I'm excited to share a small win in my journey into out-of-state real estate investing!
After overcoming a few months of analysis paralysis, I finally took the plunge. For my first investment property, I prioritized ...
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I hired a contractor to rehab a rental home I purchased back in September. For no reason, the job took two weeks longer than expected. The tenant was scheduled to move in on November 1st and he told me that the job wa...
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Hello everyone,I'm new to real estate, and I'm fairly new to BiggerPockets. I listened to about 20 or so episodes of the podcast and I've watched maybe 5 or so of Brandon's webinars (love how excited he his about what...
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Hello BP Community!My name is Ralph Velasco, and I am a structural engineer from Germantown, TN (suburb of Memphis, TN). I've been a fly on the wall here for a couple months, and I have already learned a ton so thank ...
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Greetings BP community,
My name is Samuel, I am new to REI and this website and figured I would introduce myself. I am targeting the Houston, TX / Harris County market area. I am currently reading every book I can a...
What kind of necessary help do I need in the process of rehabbing a house?
ex. plumber, contractor, weldor
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I am very new to real estate and recently purchased a 1950 home on 3/4 acre lot with the intention of remodeling. This property is located at Novi, Michigan on the side entrance (corner) of a very good sub-division. I...
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Hi everyone, i've been a long time lurker on the forums. Been burning through all of the podcasts as well. Feel fortunate to have such a valuable resource with such a generous community. I live in Nashville, own my...