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Hey everyone. First I'd like to say that I enjoy reading this forum and as a wannabe investor I have found the community useful.
Some background on me before I get into my plan...
I am 29 and I have been in the real...
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Hi, I am a new investor and I am concerned what would be the best way for me to go about getting a deal lined up. I was thinking that I should work with a wholesaler in my area to find a deal because I am not experi...
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As a future landlord I am interested in understanding what things keep you up at night or make you worry about your property? If your property is in another city/state or if it's accross town. You've thoroughly scre...
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I've owned rental property for over a decade, and have learned some tips and tricks from experience, forums, books, and friends. I no longer manage my own properties. I've hired a property management company, and ju...
Working through a foreclosure in Cincinnati OH. Awarded property in November. Borrower determined to stay in home. Mad at the world which now includes me. Wouldn't/couldn't take a 50% forbearance deal. 2 prior bankrup...
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I was speaking to another Real Estate Investor who lost money on several rental properties in the 2009 economic downturn. I was curious to learn from him how he lost properties (or was forced to sell for a loss) if th...
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In another thread I mentioned one of my hard money loans was going to default. It did, and my business partner and I have now taken back the house deed-in-lieu.
The place has some cosmetic issues. Its total white...
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After a heart-to-heart conversation with my realtor and myself, I've come to the conclusion that the multi-family space may not be for me...at least right now.
It appears that in my area virtually all the mul...
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I am currently in the foreign service and a Marine reservist. I have my money diversified between my Thrift Savings Plan (maxing out), investments with my in-laws construction business overseas, an S&P 500 SPDR, a...
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Hello BiggerPocketeers!Looking to buy properties OOS and am wondering whether or not to use a "TurnKey" company. My thoughts are either to use one, and let them do most everything, a "One Stop Shop" so to speak (Obvio...