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Hi all,So... I guess I've given my mom the itch to invest in real estate. The thing is, she wants to invest locally and our market does not cash flow (unless you put in the work for a value-add property or put 50% dow...
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So I'm shopping for life insurance and it's completely new to me so I'm kind of nervous about who to go with. The difference in the price quotes is why i'm confused. I'm looking for $250k for 30 years. So, for exampl...
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Long story short. I am inmigrant, my family and I got here (Atanta) aboit 4 years ago. My father got laid off in May and due to his age and high level of expertise its really hard to find a corporate job. My mom cant ...
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I was speaking with a Realtor who specializes in land contracts. He said I should put 20 percent down so I can hold the deed. My question is it necessary or can I put down less and still control the property? Thanks
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Hi everyone.I’m new to the community and was after listening to one of the recent podcasts, I was left wondering: Will the appeal of single family homes increase in the coming future as opposed to small multi family h...
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Hi everyone,
This is my first post here, so I apologize if I've done anything incorrectly. One of my goals this year is to learn everything I can about real-estate, especially using it for passive income. I've been l...
Does it make sense if you are a first time home bitter to just go online and get your pre approval letter? Once you have that shop around at various local lenders?Thanks for the advice!
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Hi everyone,I'm currently looking to BRRRR a property in Birmingham (or surrounding areas) and rent out Section 8. Any suggestions for good zip codes?
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Hello Bigger Pockets Forum, I just bought my first lake house for Airbnb and personal use in Clear Lake, Iowa. We intend to pay cash to get the deal and then finance to free up cash to reinvest in other properties. W...
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Hello!My mom recently got divorced (August 2023) and is looking at a 260k for her share of retirement account, debts of about $50k ($30k owed to parents who helped with legal fees, $6500 owed to sister who also helped...