I recently (...like an hour ago :mrgreen: ) went through this thread exploring the old argument between the cash flow guys and the appreciation guys.More specifically MikeOH and Nationwidepi (Mike and will) and off co...

A recent article that I wrote on the BP blog received some criticism because I suggest that a 401(k) is one of the best ways to increase your net worth.This strategy was criticized by a couple of readers and I thought...

I know there are many people who like to get their feet wet with turnkey, but does anyone actually own ALL turnkeys? Does anyone own 30 turnkey properties? Can anyone actually speak up that owns nothing but turnkey an...

Hi All, Wanted to start a discussion on peoples outlook on the real estate market and the economy in general. I know it is a controversial topic but I have not seen many discussions on BiggerPocket on this topic and I...

I intend to borrow money from segregated rental income accounts that I have established for multiple parcels of apparently abandoned real estate that I control, but do not own. Does anyone know, of a law (State or Fe...

My son contacted me regarding the standard rental application he received which asked for the usual information but also requested his bank account number, institution, and balance, credit card account number, balance...

Hey everyone, I'm a 24 year old Software engineer that's always wanted to get into real estate, I graduated college about a year and a half ago and wanted to hit the ground running when graduated. I moved to North Vir...

The goal is to get my own GC license but in AZ you need 4 years of experience (hands on or managerial) to even apply. The long term goal is to do custom homes, starting with spec builds. To start, and to earn my requi...

Hi everyone. Does anyone have any advice on a long distance deal. Randomly, I've found a good lead, that on the face things, looks like it might have milage, but I don't know the area, and and a few States away. Is th...

I purchased a 6-unit apartment building one year ago.  The building is in great shape, occupancy is always 100% with no turnover, my credit is good, my cash reserves are good and the financials for the building last y...