I'm curious as to the psychology involved with external security measures. Specifically whether or not marketing 'added security' via #ACCages, Steel Doors, Burglar Bars, Crawl Space Doors, etc. would make a propert...
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*** Disclaimer: I am not an accountant, lawyer, or financial advisor! You should consult with a qualified professional before acting on any of the opinions shared in this post!!! ***Self directed IRAs have become ver...
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I am just getting started and I know that there is information on this - have read several things about utilizing a 401K for investing in RE. I am still unsure of how I can use my 401K. I am still employed, but am p...
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Has anyone gone to The Real Alliance workshop? I am new to bigger pockets and getting started in REI. I have my mortgage and real estate license.
I am closing a deal this Friday and the sellers settlement attorneys have issued me a Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act notice stating the following "In compliance with the GLBA, we are providing you with this document, which...
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I have been reading a lot here about what to include in lease agreements, and like the idea of setting expectations up front to tenants and exercising consistency with the rules. I also believe that having a comprehe...
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Hi All,
My wife and I are about to have our first child and she may not be going back to work. Simultaneously, we are about to start the search for our first home and either flip or rent after 2 years. We were going ...
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About a year ago, we got hit with a substantial misdemeanor charge/fee for bandit signs. As a result, we decided to stop with the bandit signs. Unfortunately, bandit signs was our primary source of leads. Since then...
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Just wondering what you guys have got to say on this.Most crowdfunding platforms are still in the US and only allow accredited investors. However there are exceptions popping up slowly, such as as the real estate crow...
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I'm a fairly new listener to the BP podcast; just got to #17, and am looking for any guidance/experience that any fellow "newbies" or vets have in allocating their capital, specifically with regards to their retiremen...