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Someone quoted a stat that 70% of people own their homes and 30% are renters.
Who are renters, and why do they rent?
I'll be honest that until a few years ago when I was reading a home decor blog (nesting place...
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Sometimes, what you think might be a "deal," just might not be. Or you over-analyze a deal until you talk yourself out of it. Maybe that's where I am on this deal. So I'd like some advice from experienced BP'ers in th...
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Would love to get into STRs, particularly in warm climate, waterfront locations that can operate year-round. Anyone know of markets that have some value to offer? Seems like the "usual suspects" are in bubble mode. Th...
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Hello BP!
I am pretty new to BP and I am more of the lurker type…. However, I am struggling to formulate my plan for financial independence and feel like I need to seek out some outside view points and opinions…. As ...
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Hello, I'm looking for a good home warranty company for my upcoming 4 PLEX in Mesa, AZ. Any recommendations?Also, any key things I should consider during my screening for a good warranty company?Thanks,
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Hi everybody,
I have researched the forum and also the local groups, but haven't found anybody from the Topeka area in Kansas.
I am purchasing here a multifiamily investment property, and I will be looking for a prop...
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I purchased a 3 family property at sheriff's auction and the property is occupied by the owners and possibly by tenants as well. I am looking for best way to approach the owner so they can voluntarily leave/move and c...
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Hey friend :)I am currently maxing out my 401k, which leaves almost nothing left to save for a down payment. This made sense: my company offered a 25% match on 100% of my contributions. However, I am now planning to l...
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Hi all!I've been on BiggerPockets too long to have just made an account here :)I organized my intro so hopefully it's easier to read (FYI: I promise to read all responses within reason).A bit of backgroundI graduated ...
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