Is there a good data source for looking at trends in vacancy rates / rents in specific markets? I know that zillow has some of that functionality but it only goes back 10 years so for example it's not possible to look...

Seems like most of the storage business that is listed on loopnet or through a storage broker is over priced / something is wrong in the deal. Alternatively, I seen folks here have success with direct mail. Wouldn't e...

Hello BiggerPockets Community! - I am looking to get started in real estate but am having some trouble finding what I believe to be "good deals". I want to eventually get into renting properties for long-term CS thoug...

I’m just about ready to start my marketing campaign.  I think I’m going to start with post cards for mailing and door hangers.  Are there any Louisville, KY or Southern Indiana Investors that have any advice on the be...

Hi Everyone,I am a new investor trying to acquire financing for my first deals which I have in pocket and ready to go.  I have been all over the map looking for financing.  My corporate job is ending soon and I don't ...

Hi All!  Excited to be making my first blog post here on BP!  I'm an aspiring investor in the Washington state market and am looking for macro data on counties and/or cities in my state (property values, RE sales data...

Hi all,If your new to real estate investing and starting out like myself. As you may or may not know(yet). It's always good to keep track of your FICO credit score, as this gives you an idea (financially) where you st...

What do you find are the best sources of working capital (WCAP) for your rentals? Is it better to use a HELOC, a second mortgage, or unsecured loan (e.g. home depot loan)?

Hi Everyone!Does anyone have any recommendations for a source of funding for $10K-$15K? I've checked into a number of companies/firms in the following categories:Personal LoansBusiness LoansResidential Real Estate Loa...

Wondering what strategies others have used to obtain in-fill lots for SF / Duplex builds?