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Hello All!I purchased a 18 unit building 2 1/2 years ago in Central Illinois. Prior to purchasing, I did as much research as possible and did my best as a new investor on the due diligence. I am struggling to see ...
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I have recently finished construction on my first property at the age of 27. Last summer my sister and I came up with the idea of getting into possibly flipping a house. I live in colorado and she is a real estate age...
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I don't want to spend unnecessary money on upgrades in rental properties so what is the standard upgrades in rental properties?
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Has anyone used Smartmove tenant screening? If so what do you think? Anyone use other methods? I need to improve my selection process and need some advice/info.
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Greetings everyone.The name is Daniel. I just finished attending a 3 day REI course (FortuneBuilders). Im working as a barber in Fremont, CA, and my money is tight. My credit score is 620. I tried going to 'epicfastfu...
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I must admit, I was forewarned not to waste my time trying to bring an attorney who was not already REI friendly up to date with the process of wholesaling. However after spending up about ten minutes of a local R...
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Hi All -My first flip closed yesterday, mostly cosmetic, and I wanted to share my experience with you guys. This was done in Massachusetts. I'll try to make it concise but it may get a bit lengthy!! I pretty much brok...
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Last November I closed on an owner-occupied duplex in Provo, Utah for $280,000. We put 10% down with a Portfolio Loan from US Bank but since my wife is an agent, we got 3% right back. Seller paid closing costs which...
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Whether tis nobler to fix and flip to outrageous fortune, or to landlord and wade into the sea of trouble.....
....my apologies to the bard........
I've seen so many references to "burned out land...
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Howdy everyone,I'm new to the forum and just beginning my journey into buying delinquent back tax parcels as well as some tax liens in several counties in Arizona. I've done a lot of research here and in other places...