One of the advantages of using private money loans is that they can be structured more favorably than an HML or bank loan. However, there are still some general rules of the road that even private lenders expect. I us...

Hi BP!I'm a bit on the fence between the residential classification of 4 unit multi family investment property and jumping over to the commercial side of 5+ units. Ultimately, I am trying to stay within the 4 - 8 rang...

I want to get a head start in real estate but I don't exactly have a nice big income. I make almost 20k a year and have about 12k in savings. I can save pretty easy right now because I do not have many expenses.One of...

Hey guys.I just got my first house under contract (!!!) and I'm equal parts excited and terrified. As a result, I'm turning to the Bigger Pockets community in the hopes that I can get some outside opinions on what the...

Hey guys,So I've recently been pulling probate files at the county court houses. I've pulled about 200 leads and have began a mailing campaign. I send out a personalized letter to the Personal Representative, and have...

Hello BP, looking for an out-of-state area to invest in and have done some research in the surrounding areas of Dallas. Wanted to see if you are still choosing this area to invest in, why or why not?  Thanks!

I'm 41 and want to retire in 10 years.  I have a few options to reach my goal of 40k a month, 10 years from now, but need some help.Background:  I have two investment types.  One -  I have 14 condos, all with loans/le...

Hey everyone!

I have a 12 unit value add deal under contract. This is my first step up to real multi family. I currently have duplexes and single family rentals.

About the deal:
725K purchase price
108K gross rent
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For years, there have been claims that short-term rentals take away housing supply from renters and homebuyers and, as a result, inflate rents and home prices in nearby areas. But new data is saying something very, ve...

Hey Bigger Pockets!Its getting busy here in Seattle for me and I would like to post more than I do.  In the mean time, I thought I'd write up this property that we just sold because of the challenges involved and desc...