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I recently ran across Biggerpockets and immediately became hooked. I’m writing because of a unique circumstance and I’m hoping to solicit some advice from more experienced folks on how to best deal with it.Recently, w...
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Hiis there a similar website for canada ? content seems very focus on the US.Trying to start but while the reading and the theory is probably ok globally, markets are very different based on location.I am in BC and de...
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A loan made to an individual or a business can be secured by real estate or real property. This is also called real estate lending, or trust deed investing. A trust deed is recorded, putting a lien on the Title to the...
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Does anyone know of any note funds where investors participate in the upside?I've seen funds that offer a preferred 8% or 10% return, but that's it. I'm interested in seeing if there are funds with possibly a lower (...
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I was hoping to get thoughts from other BP members who may have experience in investing in crowdfunding type opportunities such as Realtyshares, Realtymogul, Fundthatflip, the Noteshop etc versus using fix and flip or...
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Hi everyone,
I’m conducting some research on what impacts the performance of vacation rental properties the most. For you, is having a 5-star overall rating on rental sites the most crucial factor for success, or are...
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Hi,
I was interested to see how much a borrowers track record should matter when you are thinking about lending on one of their properties.
If a borrower seems trustworthy and has a long, flawless track...
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I purchased a property @ $210,000 and after it's said and done, could probably sell for just under $400K w/$25K in fix up costs. The problem is, if it is sold in less than a year, I get hit hard with taxes. I know i...
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Background & Context
Today's New York Times reports on a new publication, Appraised. The publication argues, based on recently released appraisal data-sets, that current day appraisal processes bake the results...
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"Creating an aesthetically appealing rental property is essential for attracting tenants and increasing property value. From stylish interior design to modern amenities, every detail plays a crucial role. In this blog...