How much do you pay a lawyer on the buy side of a transaction? I saw another thread that said they work with lawyers that have $250/hr rates. I've been told $550 and $700 by individual lawyers to close on a property.A...

Just started my third book that was recommended through this site "Rental houses for the successful small investor". I did notice it was written in 1999 so I'll take parts of it with a grain of salt but expect the o...

I am sure everyone has a different view on this  topic and of course it's dependent on what your needs are.Some perhaps will want an overseas trip every year, wining and dining every week, some  toys along the way and...

Ive seen many posts regarding friendly cities but they are quite old. Does anyone know any sources to best analyze friendly cities (not most profitable)?Thanks in advance

I need to be talked down. I’m convincing myself that this is a good deal before I really know what I’m doing and what to consider. I know this is not a proper analysis, I’m working on that. My market is western Kentuc...

Sherman Bridge Lending-User BewareFalse promises, bait and switch hidden fees and spiked interest rates.Name of their game-- keep you locked in the hard money as long as possible.I've been using Sherman Bridge for the...

I'm looking at my first rental property.  This is in an working-class town 60 minutes west of Boston.  It's in good shape, doesn't need much work at all - maybe some minor stuff.  Long-term tenants occupy most units (...

Hi Everyone -

I recently joined the BP community and I am looking forward to networking with like minded people.

My partners and I have recently purchased 3 properties in the Philadelphia area. As part...

I need advice. We’re thinking about three 3 options currently and we’re currently renting for 1900 a month. The long term goal is to build financial freedom. We have no kids at the moment but we might try in the next ...