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Shiloh Lundahl Is BUYING in a GOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT even that important anymore?
5 June 2019 | 84 replies

The reason for this post is because I often read other investors post about looking for a property in an area where they have good schools. We did that. We bought a home in Burbank, California, a very expensive suburb...

Nick Grewe How do I be an effective general contractor?
17 June 2022 | 73 replies

I am based out of Wisconsin and have recently started to invest into realestate. Seeing as how I have background in construction, I obtained my pre-dwelling contractor license and am looking to get fully licensed in a...

Thuy Pham-Satrappe Do you invest in high crime areas?
19 February 2024 | 145 replies

For those of you who actively choose to invest in high crime areas, what do you make sure to factor into your numbers? -higher vacancy-higher possibility of turnover -hiring a property management company with skill an...

Ryan Hazelwood Age, how many rentals, and type of rentals?
20 March 2022 | 384 replies

I’ll start. I’m 38 and I own 0 properties. I am reading all I can on REI with the goal to buy my first property within the next year. I’d love to be inspired by some of you and your journey. I’d like to know your ...

Tatyana E. New landlord, problems already, need help!
21 October 2011 | 102 replies

Hi guys, I’m new here and I hope so much you'll be able to help me.

I got a rental house recently (paid $180K) and hired a property manager, let’s name her K., to manage it. K. runs a small property management compan...

Nick J. WTF!!! I wish I was illegal
17 August 2010 | 100 replies

So as many know the SB1070 was to go into place at 12:01am tonight but the judge just ruled blocking the KEY components of the law.

Law enforcement are not required to make a reasonable attempt to determine immigrat...

Daniel Lynch Should I charge my Girlfriend rent?
29 May 2021 | 166 replies

So in the next few months I plan to buy my first duplex! I plan to house hack; rent out one side and live In the other. While running the numbers a thought crossed my mind about my girlfriend paying rent. Here’s the t...

Steve Sun Best city/area to in buy and hold for cash flow in the U.S.
28 December 2018 | 131 replies

Hi there,Asking such a big question: I'm trying to get my first deal done, and still trying to narrow down which city/area I should be looking at.I'm a first time investor, I live in San Jose, CA, but I'm inclined to ...

Frank Wolter Realtors holding offers 2 increase price or double commissions
8 October 2018 | 106 replies

This post is for investors. Realtors might not seem to care and might think its ethical but I hate when Realtors or Brokers do this. So here's how you can over come it.

You might seem to come across a property you ...

William Thomas 15 yr or a 30 yr mortgage???
21 July 2019 | 87 replies

Hey guys, So I’m buying my first single family rental in about 8 months and I’m debating between a 15 or a 30 yr mortgage. I love the idea of not paying as much money to the bank in interest, but I also love the flexi...