I've received some PMs and e-mails asking about setting goals and what do I do in retirement. I've ressurrected an old blog from nearly a year ago that was done in 2 parts. We have SO many new members, I decided to p...

Hello, I am looking to be partial owner of a property that is 2 blocks from the beach in Southern California. I would be sinking most of my earnings of $150,000 into this property to own 11%. The property would be pur...

I am a newbie in this business and I have been looking for a mentor/coach to guide me and help me navigate the rough waters of Los Angeles real estate.  I had a VERY interesting 60 minute conversation with Brian Gibbo...

This company is listed on this website as a hard money lender and they have very unfavorable reviews here at BP from members. After conducting a few searches on my own I figured I'd give them a try to see what they we...

If I buy a house for 100,000 and sell it for 120,000 and charge a buyer 5,000 down to get into the house. How is that contract structured?

Does he begin a new contract for 120,000 after the time period comes where...

Hello, Anyone has experience using REPS status via their wife or husband to offset W-2?  MY 2024 W-2 will be more than $300K and this year (2024) I married a real state agent. I have been reading a lot and educating m...

“The Fair Housing Act is a federal act in the United States intended to protect the buyer or renter of a dwelling from seller o...r landlord discrimination. Its primary prohibition makes it unlawful to refuse to sell,...

Baltimore looks nice and homes are somehow affordable the way I see it. But I am not sure what area of Baltimore is good for long hold for rental properties. Any content on that part would be very helpful.Also what el...

I'm a faithful listener of the BP real estate podcast. Can't get enough of it. Other than the super valuable advice and insights I gain from the show, I also learn about a ton of great books from the guests.  What boo...

Hello Everyone,
I own a short-term rental (STR) in East Downtown Houston and currently live in Austin, TX. I started operating the property in mid-2023. Initially, the business was cash-flow positive for the first th...