If a seller has pulled out equity to improve their investment property with the intent to rent and is willing to do a lease to own, what are some contingencies to consider? is there a standard amount of time before th...

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I'm a new member to BP so this post serves as both an introduction and a question. I've been reading BP for a while now and have been absorbing the wisdom but haven't created an account until now. My wife own...

Anyone invest in new construction home for rentals? I know it might cost more but also may be less expensive since there shouldn't be many repairs . Any insight on areas ? and what kind of cash flow anyone is getting ...

Heres the deal...4 plex, rents or 1740/mExpenses are 40 for electric, 35 for trash, mowing/snow- 150 for a total of 225PITI - 850Vacancy/PM/Capex/Maintenance-556total expense =1631this seems to be one of the better de...

Hey everyone!
I'm looking for some advise on where to go from here. I currently own 8 doors and what I was thinking about doing is selling one of my quads and 1031 exchange it for a 6 acre plot in my hometown where r...

I've listened to every BP podcast and they always ask the same question, "How to you get deals?" And most guests say they get them from outside sources or direct mail. I'm starting to understand that these deals are t...

Hi! My wife and I are looking at buying our first investment property (in PA). We would like to include a good friend as a partner. We have similar investment goals and know that we should put everything in writing pr...

Long time forum creeper and first time poster! I'm under contract to purchase a triplex in chicago's western suburbs (Forest Park). This property has an "illegal" 4th unit that once fixed up can rent for $700 - $900 p...

I have a small 900-1000 square foot home In Columbus GA. Avg winter temp gets around 37-40 degrees The gas heater is shot and the ductwork is torn (located  in tiny crawl space) I already know cats did it. Central air...

We have been advised to waive contingencies when we make an offer here in Seattle. Is this the norm in this market?