Hi AllI'm writing because I bought a property in Oakland last year with an FHA loan that includes 2 building on one parcel / title: one is a single family 2 bedroom, 1 bath with a huge unfinished garage (essentially 3...

What is your expected rent increase for 2014? I am doing 3 to 4%

I occasionally find some good deals from wholesalers, but it’s usually a good distance away (3-7 hours). Would love to do it but wondering if anyone else has ever done it?  Is it really difficult?  I can picture just ...

I am looking for pointers for analyzing an 8 plex multi family property. What sort of questions and information is needed when talking to a seller?

Hello everyone, I'm a new member in Arbuckle California. I came across this site during my search for information on real estate and investing.
A little background about me. I've been around construction my entire li...

I love to read and am constantly reading business, marketing, sales, inspiration, methodology, even real estate investing books.

These are three books I recommend that I have read in the last 90 days that speak to al...

Eight months ago, I had ZERO rental units.  A friend of mine who, is the epitome of "more b*lls than brains", took out a HELOC and bought a rental unit.  After seeing him fail miserably, I decided to try my hand..As o...

My partner/fiance is looking at quitting her 9-5 job to and becoming a full time real estate agent in about 8 weeks. She got her license last winter. So I know It varies from year to year and location but how long ...

BP crew! I own several properties in the North Campus area and one of them is basically a teardown. I own the lot behind this unit and want to make better use of the land. I'm now looking for a new construction compan...

Economic Update
(Monday, April 5, 2021)
Given the news from the labor, real estate, and manufacturing sectors, it's no surprise that “Consumer Confidence” in the U.S. has increased to the highest level since the b...