We recently moved to Southern CA.  I wanted to get an FHA loan, put 5% down and purchase a multi-family in Pasadena, CA. I broke out my spreadsheets and WOW - I can't seem to make any scenario actually work, even to b...

I am new to investing in real estate. Can someone help me. I am a veteran. I can use a VA backed loan. After purchasing a property I plan on holding it and using it for short term rentals( Airbnb / home away).
Does a...

This post is for seasoned investors.You are starting out and do not have a mortgage, yet.   You work a stable job and make $5K a month.   You've been able to save up and have $50K in liquid cash.   Your goal is to cre...

My wife and I purchased a building in, Ocean Isle Beach, NC almost 2 years ago, as an investment property to rent or hold and possibility sale. All was going just fine until hurricane Florence. A giant oak tree fell o...

I recently purchased some non-performing notes.  I was wondering if a 1-800 number was an absolute requirement or if I can just have a dedicated phone number for borrower contact?  Of course, I recognize that the 1-80...

I've recently become involved in an HOA that is really struggling. It is a high foreclosure pocket and there are now many vacant units and non-paying owners. Only about half of the owners pay the dues. We've lost o...

We had a pleasant emergency HOA special assessment meeting this week. Due to updated CA codes & regulations, coupled with the lack of foresight & planning by the HOA Management & Board, our complex has to ...

All Cash talked about mobile home parks being cash cows. I was wondering how exactly to invest in a park. Where do I locate parks for sale?

Is it better to invest in the homes themself or in a park??