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Just started my third book that was recommended through this site "Rental houses for the successful small investor". I did notice it was written in 1999 so I'll take parts of it with a grain of salt but expect the o...
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I'm new to the forum, but would appreciate anyone's help about my first investment.
About Me: I just turned 24 and have owned my residence, a 3 bedroom/2bath since October 2009. I have a background in construction a...
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Biggerpockets Community,I'm hoping you can help me. I am finalizing the renovation of a property and looking to find a renter. I've always rented long-term and have no experience in short-term rentals. I recently rece...
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Are you guys not afraid to be in debt for 30 years? All three of my houses I bought on a 15 year loans to avoid being in debt. But all three of them have negative cash flow. One is almost paid off so my plan is to sel...
Hey BP. A few years ago I started working on a degree called a 'Masters of Real Estate Development for Architects' (MRED) at Woodbury University in San Diego after getting jaded in a traditional Masters of Architectur...
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This might end up being a long post and hoping for some interesting conversation....... here is the bottom line.... Do you think we can build a strong portfolio with just syndication deals being a limited partner.So l...
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Hey all,First time poster here on BiggerPockets. Lately I have been reading a lot about multifamily properties. They seem to be much more profitable, dollar for dollar invested, than single family properties and posse...
So I've been kicking around the idea for awhile of keeping our townhouse and renting it out when we eventually buy a SFH in a year or two. I just don't know if it's a wise decision. I feel like part of the reason is s...
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Hello,
i have a property in Houston market up for sale or rent and think about adding owner financing as well.
The house value is $ 185.000.
How much would $ you recommend for downpayment, for expected appreciation...
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I've been asked by many about what the difference is that causes success in some, and failure in others. Normally. I think it is something very small.I hope this might remove the veil of uncertainty or fear some BP m...