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Hi all! I’m at the very beginning of my REI journey and I would love some guidance on how I can best optimize my planning, research and saving phase (which I’m dedicating 2025 to). I’d like to start off by house hacki...
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What does it mean to be in the housing market post COVID?
Most of us remember where we were when it became clear that COVID-19 was truly a global issue that would affect Americans. The call for shutdowns came rapidly...
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In the world Guru real estate professionals, there has always been a trend that's both baffling and amusing: overcomplicating business structures. Let's dive into the absurdity of setting up an LLC with a separate Wyo...
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What are the pros and cons of investing in midwest markets? I was trying to find if there were any previous posts but couldn't find anything. This might be a good place to share your list of pros and cons.Last few yea...
For those of you who have done a deal recently, I’m curious what the cap rate is in your city. City?Single Family or Multifamily?Cap Rate?Property Class?Purchase Price?I’ll go first:PhoenixSingle Family 6% CapClass A$...
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Hi BP! I live in and love Anchorage, AK. We've had a technical recession here - and now our budget with a new governor is up in the air... people are wanting greater stability than we've had for the past 3-4 years. I ...
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How do I find an emerging market? I want to be sure the area I'm looking in is a buyers market phase 1 or 2.
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owner financing with little or no money down... both sides rent at 950 per sideprice is 150k, 15 year mortgage at 6%payments are 1265 monthlybuyer pays all closing costs which include transfer fees about $1200.00 plus...
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Fix and flip real estate investing can be lucrative, but it's not without risks and challenges. Understanding and avoiding common mistakes can significantly increase your chances of success. Here are some key points t...
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Recently purchased a new home? Looking for bright ideas to decorate it in a way that it gives you both the functionality and style? Well, as we all know, style of the home might change from time to time and many home ...