I'm looking to be the general partner in a syndicate. When raising funds, do I need to raise the full purchase price amount of the property or can I raise the down payment amount and fund the rest through a lender? If...

I have a seller willing to carry back financing. What is the best way to do this in Michigan? The seller mentioned a land contract. I heard there are risks to the buyer with this option? Are notes a better option? Wha...

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Under contract on what will be our 4th property since 12/11--can't believe how busy we have been. We are 'buy and hold' investors, and our general rule of thumb has been to purchase properties (and choose...

Hi guys,I'm closing on my first property this Friday and just received the closing costs form.    Purchase price $17500 in cash- $105 Title search- $100 city engineer fee- $500 attorney fee- $125 agreement papers- $75...

Hey Team, First post here, so I really appreciate the patience! I'm curious to know how often property managers actively suggest value-add activities for properties (ie, building an ADU, remodeling, buy-fix-hold oppor...

I'm a RE investor in Ohio with a small portfolio currently but looking to grow.  I would appreciate any feedback on 2 questions:1) Does it makes sense for investors to obtain a RE license?  I'm leaning toward obtainin...

So my last post on BP, I was asking for advice purchasing a very old rental in a D area.. Since then, I've saved some cash and reevaluated.  I've found a really clean triplex 1 city over, more then I wanted to spend b...

Welcome to our Question of the Week! As we have now entered the holiday season and winter, I thought we would shift to discussing how to fill vacancies during this time of year. What are your suggestions that work or ...

Hello everyone! I am a newbie on BP and also in real estate. I am starting my real estate course next week and I would love some advice. What do you recommend I do before, during and after classes start? What is the b...

<may be considered political, but that's not my primary intent>I currently have our insurance for our three rental properties at State Farm. I don't want to give State Farm our business any longer, because of th...