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This is my first post here on bigger pockets! I have been learning about real estate investing and different niches to invest in. I have a simple question for everyone on the bigger pockets community and that is what ...
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Hey guys,
First I would like to say I love this forum! I've learned so much from you guys.
I could really use your advice right now.
I have been debating back and forth with myself if I should buy an owner occupied...
I would like to know what’s the best way to start
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Hello Everyone Im writing this post to see if theres any thing im missing in my thought process. Im always interested in hearing someone elses viewpoint. I have heard time and time again that a primary residence is no...
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Is Houston worth investing? I plan to work in Houston as a health care professional as they have so many hospitals. I want to house hack but not sure if I should buy a SFH due to hurricanes and flooding. If there were...
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Hi,We currently have a beachfront 1BR/Bath condo in Myrtle Beach that we acquired in 2022, and we are looking at possibly acquiring a second STR in another location. We understand this is a difficult time to find goo...
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I have typically done 3 color schemes in my rentals (ceiling Lowe’s Maintenance Paint, walls S-W On the Rocks, trim S-W Pure White). I just purchased one that is a step down in level and rent rate and am looking at do...
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Hi BP,Excited to finally be signed up for BP Pro, finishing up 'The Book on Flipping Houses' and have been on the hunt for a couple months now for a great first opportunity! I come from a professional commercial const...
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I’m beginning to get messages from tenants who are in the service industry that have been laid off due to corona virus and can’t pay rent. Any suggestions on how to address this issue.
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This question is targeted to those landloards and investors that handle properties that are remote from them (ie several states away).
How do you guys manage them? Do you ever see the house prior to your purchase?
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