Moaaz Malik
Analyzing property as new investor
As I’m just getting started in real estate. What exactly does it mean to continuously run the numbers on a deal and analyze?What are some steps you take when looking at a property to see if it’s a good investment or n...
Andrey Y.
401k scam or not? Taking the plunge..
I have never been a big fan of 401k and retirement accounts in general that are invested in mutual funds. I have always thought of it as a "life deferral plan", you put money in, that is money that is lost from your l...
Bob Starlin
Due Diligence: What is a new commercial investor likely to miss?
Good day everyone, I hope you had a wonderful weekend.A thought has been running through my mind lately as I have been trying to digest as much information as I can find regarding the due diligence process for commerc...
David Roberts
Title Problem Discovered During HELOC Application
This is AWESOME! You guys are going to love this.I applied at Bank of America (mistake 1) for a HELOC. I liked the option of interest only and a 10 year draw, etc. It makes for a cheap ability to keep money moving ...
Harry Williams
How often do you reconcile and record expenses?
Do record expenses and organize receipts as they come in, at the end of the week or month? Currently, I am doing them in excel as they come in but this proves to eat up a lot of time, sporadically throughout the day.
Account Closed
Roth IRA/401K Question
Hello BP, I just wanted to see how many of you utilize retirement accounts like the Roth IRA or the 401K or is Real Estate is the only retirement avenue you guys use. Thank you. Ruslan
Lane Beene
Profit sharing for passive investors
I am joining forces with several investors for the purchase of an apartment building. What is the typical arrangement for distribution of cash flow, profit sharing, and sales proceeds? My template is: 8% quarterly...
Bartosz Rosol
First Duplex Kitchen Rehab Small Budget
Hi BP,I need your help. I recently bought a duplex (house hack) and I looking to touch up the upstairs kitchen before I post the unit for rent. While my ultimate goal is to replace the cabinets I am unable to do so ri...
Chris G.
Complete dump to freaking amazing in less than 3 months
House is in the North Hollywood/Sun Valley area of California, its a 1090sqft~, 3/1 with detached garage on a 7,400sqft lot. Being listed for sale @ $450K.Working on finishing this house this week. Here's a list of th...
Pat Brown
First Time Buyer in Austin/Round Rock
Houses here are going in 2 to 3 days so I have to make a decision fastLooking at a 207k house that would only yield a $150 a month positive cashflow. But houses are appreciating fast here at a rate of 10 or more a yea...