Michinori Kaneko
Property manager pocketing late fees
Hi BP,I have used my property manager for about 9 months now, so far i've been happy with what they have been doing. I signed a contract with them back then, and every property which I have acquired and managed has b...
Chris Gawlik
Whats it like to invest in C or D class properties?
I think with the economy the way its headed there is going to be a need for more affordable housing.
Wanted to hear from those of you who are successful in the C and D class property niche. How many properties do y...
Nikki Closser
HELP US! No rent to be paid for more than 6 months in Seattle!
Seattle passed a bill that extends eviction protection for renters for 6 more months. So, basically you don’t have to pay rent for 6 months AFTER the city reopens. This could absolutely wipe out small time landlords l...
Joshua Dorkin
Beware of the Real Estate Guru Trap: What to Look for & How to Protect Yourself
Blogger Andrew MacDonald, yesterday posted an article on the BiggerPockets Blog that is an absolute MUST READ for anyone considering spending their money on a real estate guru.
The article breaks down both the typica...
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How much cashflow is the bare min for a deal to be worth it?
Hi all,
I was wondering if there is any generic formula you plug in your investments to see whether they are worth the return? I am assuming you would compare everything to a risk-free type investment like a CD or Sa...
Account Closed
No Money, No Savings. What To Do.
Hey BP friends. I'm 22 years old, and I'm from San Antonio. I want to start investing, but I don't really have a whole lot going for me right now. any ideas on how I get get financing for my first deal? I'm hoping to ...
Blake Ramsey
How prepared did you feel going into your first deal?
Hey everyone, my name is Blake and I’m an engineering student based in Springfield, Mo. I’m looking into investing into my first property this year (buy-and-hold sfr) and was wondering how you all felt before doing yo...
Mike Jacovelli
Is it really worth it telling people your real estate goals?
I know its encouraged here to tell your friends and family your goals with real estate. Tell everyone what you want to do and are looking for. My problem is everytime I do, I constantly have to defend myself and the r...
Marty True
Wholesale to the 3rd, 4th, 5th Power!
As a "cash buyer" I am (or was) on many wholesalers' buyers lists. There is a fairly recent trend where real estate agents/brokers are getting on the "re-wholesale" bandwagon and basically adding on an additional $5k-...
Brandon Turner
Leaky Pipe, Naked Tenant, Chain Locked Door: What Would You Do?
Just curious: what would YOU do in this situation? (The lady in this story has a history of "drama" with us - so nothing in this story is unusual.) A tenant called last week about a pipe that has been leaking in her c...