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Hi there,Im new to the real estate game and I am faced with an interesting situation. I currently own a single family home with approx $300k in equity in Long Island NY and looking to get some insight. A little backgr...
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There are 2,466 listings for sale in Indianapolis. If you're looking for an investment property, how would you narrow down your search? What strategies are you using?
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I have been reading on house hacking and how to be able to buy it with different mortgage options. I read from different sources and here that the best option will be to buy it using an FHA loan. I talked to a realtor...
I’m about 3 years late on writing this success story but better late than never.Purchased a mixed-use property consisting of two occupied storefronts, an occupied 1,200 sq/ft 1 bedroom apartment and a 2,000 sq/ft unoc...
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Hi Bigger Pockets friends --I have a large free-standing two car garage (830 sq ft) and have been toying with the idea of converting it into a one bedroom apartment. I have worked out the design so that I can retain a...
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Hi everyone,I am in the midst of purchasing a property near St. Joes University in Philadelphia. I have had such a difficult time estimating rents i the area I thought I would see if anyone has any idea on rent per fo...
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Hello BPers, I have a property under contract in West Philadelphia (Carroll Park 19131) and was hoping to get your opinion on this deal. Any West Philly investors willing to give their input?This is a 4/1 1200sf SFH o...
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Just trying to figure out if it would be cheaper to build a new place with a in-law apt in the basement vs buying something already built. Can anyone advise based on their experience which will be cheaper in the long ...
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Good afternoon,As an independent contractor/business owner, I wanted to get advice from experienced property owners in working with contractors. What exactly do you look for when hiring an individual to work on your p...
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Is it best to pay for a service or maintenance agreement for my rental home Heating and Air Condition systems and/or heat pump? Do most rental owners use these companies to do the annual check-ups?