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Hello BP - I’m finally confident enough to take action. I’ve decided what markets to target, my property criteria (40+ units, etc), and want to start analyzing and looking for deals in those markets. I have a list of ...
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I am an investor starting my real estate journey. I am about to begin purchasing rental properties in Alabama (Birmingham) and rehabbing and renting them. Based on your experience or expertise, will an Alabama State L...
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Hello! My name is Eric and I finally decided to introduce myself after a few years of occasional visits to the site. I love all the information that is made freely available, the community atmosphere, and real estate ...
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Hi BP Community I am a newbie investor and trying to invest in the Mid West with the hope to generate positive cash flow. Since this is my first investment I am trying to play it a little safe. My concern is that I am...
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Greetings BP Community!My name is Tanner Verhoeks and I caught the REI bug. Much like many others in this community I'm sure, I read "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki and it changed my thinking dramatically.Thro...
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Hi,My tenant just informed my yesterday there is mold growing on the bathroom wall next to the bathtub. From the picture that she sent to me, it seems like the mold has been there for a while. I contacted ServPro, a...
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I finally took the plunge and purchased my first property last month and now I have the fever! LOL. I am now zeroing in on short term rentals. Specifically in Galena, IL which from first glance seems to have the abil...
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This past weekend I was fortunate enough to attend my very first real estate investing seminar. The seminar, which held in my home state of New Jersey, introduced me to the concepts of REI Investing through the purcha...
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There are a few of us Aussies here on BP, and I'm interested in hearing from those that are doing the long distance investing thing - like not just out of state, but across the ocean and investing in the USA. Anyone c...
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I was at one of those seminars with a business buddy that are advertised from time to time. Info seemed great. They wanted 2K for the next level of training - we coughed up. Again, great info, and really whet my appet...