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My name is Kyle Ray, and I am a 24 year old engineer in Houston, TX. I was introduced to REI ~6 months ago by a friend at work and have been consuming books and podcasts ever since. I am currently looking for a hous...
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Here is an interesting article that compares the current climb of oil prices into the stratosphere with the recent housing bubble. The theory is that the oil market is as unsustainable as the housing market was. I hop...
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I’m looking at purchasing multifamily property in the Phoenix area and noticing a trend of listings with HOA dues covering water, sewer & garbage. Does anyone have experience with this type of setup? A few questio...
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hiJust had an issue with a water heater at rental property and found out that water damage not covered with the insurance policy for my rental property.I am not very happy with the current Insurance agent since he did...
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Hi all,I need help. I am an out of state investor. I have a AC guy (let’s name him Paul here) who worked with me for years in Texas. Tenants has reported the AC not working. I sent Paul over there in April and August ...
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Hi all! Thought I would continue sharing my thoughts on the market. This time for week 2, November 2023. Today I'm talkin’ prices of everything, housing market positives, home builder incentives continue, and is this ...
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My older brother recently bought a new home for his family, moving him out of his current duplex that he can't sell because he's underwater. He also does not want to deal with being a landlord. Here is where I come ...
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With my goals in line for the year, I now have no reason why I should not achieve my goals and more, the only thing stopping me is me. Last year I found my self more depressed than I have ever been, and in a scary pla...
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Hello all,I'm brand new to BP and real estate investing. I'm looking to learn and shadow while I raise more funding to try on my own. I have purchased several properties in the past for my personal use however, neve...
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My first contractor took many months doing minimal work, and took half my draws from my private lender, after electric inspection did not pass, I terminated his contract. The second contractor that took over quoted th...