I'm a new REI looking to buy a multifamily property for rental income. I've read the Ultimate Beginners guide, as well as Investing in Real Estate by Gary Eldred and I have a couple questions. 1. What are the pitfalls...

I did an experiment where I bought a fc 2 family in an undesirable neighborhood. 27K, great shape, BRAND new bathrooms, fixtures, etc. All we did was put new carpet, linoleum, paint, THEN enrolled it in the HESP progr...

Hi guys! An avid fan here. I'm set to relocate to the Phoenix metro area within the next couple of months and I'd like to get your insights in this market. I have been preparing for this day to come to finally purchas...

I have a 401k from a previous employer and interested in the idea of using a portion of those funds for long term returns (buy and hold rental properties).  I have two questions.1.  How does a self directed IRA differ...

I have spent hundreds of enjoyable hours listening to Bigger Pockets podcasts,  and the new Money podcasts, and the new Business podcasts, as well as using the B.P. site to learn and delve deeper. BUT....I have not fo...

I recently read "Investing in Duplexes, Triplexes, and Quads: The Fastest and Safest Way to Real Estate Wealth" by Larry B. Loftis and he recommends finding a broker who will give1.5% of the purchase price to the buye...

Hi all,I'm just starting to dive into all the great info here! I would like to start looking for properties to buy and hold for cash flow (ideally) but am finding that goal is almost impossible to find. I live in the ...

How Do You Define a 'Mom and Pop Investor' ?Before I started investing, I looked down on the hard working 'Mom and Pop Investors' who "only" owned 6 or 8 rental properties. Years later I stand with them and admire the...

Hi, yes it's me again, back from vacation.

For those who are old enough to get the AARP magazine, even if you don't want it in the mail, there is an article about this guy. High pressure and intemidates people to sig...