Hello all, My name is Brian Akamine. I'm new to BP. I'd like to introduce myself to the group and also I have a question for advice.First, a little of my background. I'm a former SoCal native 35 years in a city called...

If private lending (immediate network of family/close friends) isn't an option, would the next step be a hard money lender?  I only need it for the 20% down payment, not to finance the full asset, an 8 unit apt.  Is i...

I'm looking at a couple of houses built in the 50's that have plaster. I haven't been able to get inside the houses yet so I'm not sure what the condition of the plaster is.

If anyone here has bought one of these, di...

Hi there, I'm new to Bigger Pockets, and a total noob when it comes to investing with other people's money and raising capital.  I have been an investor for over twenty years and currently have 30 rental doors, 4 STR ...

Trying to decide how to file our 2018 taxes. Wife and I retired a couple years, except for the part about working all day, most days. We have a house that is and has been our residence for many years. We also have oth...

Hi everyone! Big fan of BP but new to the forums. I am just starting in my career and in my fascination with househacking.I have a question regarding buying a duplex: Given my circumstances -- should I go in on a deal...

We talk about analysis paralysis regarding a deal, but for me it’s even before that… I’ve got some cash saved, a good W-2 job with decent income and great credit (>800)… but the job requires most of my time so I do...

In January I will have about $35,000 freed up to invest. I am a retired government worker  with a pension and I have ZERO real estate experience, other than my own home. The government pension means I need a second so...

I have a tenant in good standing who has a good job, pays on time, is responsive and responsible. He broke up with his partner (happens) and has a new partner who is moving in. He was very upfront about this and intro...