Israel Merchan
How to Start
Good Morning everyone, i wanted to reach out and hopefully gather ideas on ways i can start my investing journey. A little background information im currently in the navy but getting out in December and moving back to...
Abram Ylitalo
Started investing at 19, almost foreclosed 2 properties, went to Afghanistan to save them. Finally refinanced and cash positive!
My subject pretty much describes my story. I describe it much more in depth in another thread I started in "starting up." I went from the underdog who was doing everything right at 19, quickly aquired more, bit off...
Aiesha Hooper
Buying through a Real Estate Agent vs a Whole Saler
Hello brilliant REI's !I am interested in doing my first fix and flip in the Baltimore area. Could you tell me any pro's and con's of buying from a wholesaler vs a real estate agent?Bonus Question: How do you go about...
Pavel Reyes Valdes
Just passed R.E. Exam in Louisville, KY
I just came from the examination place. I´m happy because it´s taken some time but I finally passed the test in my first try. Now I want to focus in developing skills as a Real Estate Agent, together with reaching my ...
Lisa Rechsteiner
Should we paint or just ask for lower asking price?
Hi guys,I am in need of help with my decision as to paint my kitchen cabinets or not. Would y’all be willing to look at this photo and give your opinions?I don’t want to hire a painter to do this. The quotes I got are...
Joseph Weisenbloom
Should I use a real estate accountant to file my taxes?
I am currently closing on a package of properties bringing my unit count to 10 for 2016. I will definitly have a real estate accountant file my taxes for 2016. That being said I only had 2 units and my w2 job for 2015...
Matt V.
Financing Deal When Relocating and Finding New Job
I am looking to relocate and when doing so would like to buy a SF home to live in for 1-2 yrs while we rehab it then turn it into a rental. I have found a decent REO that the numbers work well on, having both good equ...
Ryan Redmond
House-hacking tenant eviction in Louisville, KY
So I've been living with a few tenants for about half a year now and I've finally had it with two of them. They haven't been following our agreement and, of course, have been consistently not paying rent. I should als...
Hen Ley
Are renters tied to their lease term?
I was told that if a tenant has a life changing event (change jobs, move, etc.) during the course of their lease, it is the landlord's job to begin looking for a new tenant. The original tenant is still held to the o...
Brandon Davis
New BP member stationed overseas, looking to buy 1st place soon!
Hi all,I just joined BP and am pouring through the beginner's guides, but wanted to introduce myself and ask some questions. I'd appreciate any help you all could offer.First, a little background. I'm a Naval Officer ...