I received an investor summary from a very reputable, perhaps "slightly conservative" operator in the MF space. In this offering, the "average annual return" is 10%. They don't calc IRRs, but frankly, with a 1.7x equi...

these lowlifes must be spanked when they are bad.

When buying at auction, how can you be sure that there are not title problems or other liens on a property?  Is there any way to protect yourself?

I was told yesterday by my trusty title company that they will no longer close on properties that do not have title insurance. I bought a property two weeks ago and bought a policy. This week I sold the property and...

I will be repainting a 1 bedroom rental unit to make ready for a new tenant at the start of next month. There are wood floors in the bedroom and living room that I will be refinishing.This unit is rented close to the ...

Hi all I have a question for a friend of mine. They are trying to buy this same house for about 6 months now. Every time there is a closing date scheduled there always seems to be an issue. The latest issue is now the...

Hi BiggerPockets,brand new to real estate, recently discovered this site. Lost my job and it's put things in a different light, such as why am I taking financial advice from people around me who are struggling to pay ...

We bought a 3 unit property at auction using private money in March. We made some repairs to the units and approached a few banks about refinancing. We were told we needed a 6 month to 1 year seasoning period, dependi...

I recently purchased a home in Birmingham, Alabama to rent out. I'm currently rehabbing the property. Exterior painting is done. So, there is a house next door that definitely looks abandoned. In fact, my realtor and ...

I won an auction on a house and the contract consist of a Quit Claim Deed.  I did research at the county clerk office and the property seems to have no liens, but from what I understand, there is not only no warranty ...