I’m a getting my first investment property in Detroit. Let’s just say the area isn’t what I’m used to and picking up cash seems a little risky here. I’ve heard a ton of strategy’s for collecting rent on the podcast bu...

How should repairs be estimated on a potential buy:1. Bring a general contractor with you to give an estimate before purchasing.2. Bring different contractors for each area of repair before purchasing.3. Get an inspec...

Due to my mother's medical condition we are living basically rent free at my parents house.  Unless/until we build a house on the same property or something changes it is unlikely that we will move out.  So my primary...

So I just got off the phone with listing agent that I called about a duplex listed on the MLS for $165000.  Located in central Connecticut. It's a very middle class neighborhood. It's an "as is" property subject to pr...

I am curious whether BiggerPockets has any forum concerning neighborhood rights in respect to absentee landlords. I have been a landlord several times in my younger days and now live in a small town neighborhood that ...

Hey everyone! I'm looking to start my marketing campaign as soon as possible to start wholesaling and I wanted to see what everyones opinion is on what I am trying to do. I will be using yellowletters.com to receive t...

Got a 2/2 cottage under contract, and the inspector reports that the water pressure and drainage is not great because of the original galvanized pipes. This isn't a job I've tackled before, so my questions are:(1) Wha...

I realize that working directly with a motivated seller on a short sale is probably what most people would recommend. But I can't help but wonder about all these short sales I see advertised all over the MLS & int...

Hi guys! I am really excited about this forum and all the help I hope to receive from the members here to become a successful real estate investor! I have been in the process of Analyzing and viewing 3-flats in a pret...

Rookie question here. Long story short, I plan on moving in May but won't know where until mid-late March. I don't know for sure at the moment, but depending on where I move, my employer may provide housing. However, ...