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Hello BP community. I’m looking to get into my first ever property as a live in duplex with a 3.5% down FHA here in Chicago (McKinley Park, Bridgeport, or Pilsen) The problem I am running into is that any properties I...
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This is a new one to us. We just rented a new to us house. The person filled out the application and I ran a full background check on them. Credit and employment history came back positive. I called the listed previou...
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a little bit about myself, My we are currently in our early 30's with 2 children both under the age of 3. We've been extremely fortunate in having had the help and ability to pay off our home here in Edmonton. I work ...
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Real estate investing can be an incredibly lucrative venture, providing the opportunity for savvy investors to build wealth and secure financial stability. In this competitive market, it's crucial to stay ahead of the...
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Many of the properties I've been looking at - in lower income type areas - have a few registered sex offenders on that same street. Is this an immediate no? Would you still invest in that area?I would feel pretty te...
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Hello beautiful people of BP! So I work for a company that purchases preforeclosures and specializes in short sales. I want to build genuine rapport with the sellers I get into contact with and I understand that a loa...
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Hi, my property manager does not have a license (but is in the process of getting it). What risks do I have as a landlord for both my long term and short term rentals?
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Is it best to finance a 2023 Honda $38,000 or pay cash?
If financing, is it better to get a bank loan or finance at the dealership?
Background
Car is not for me but mid twenties daughter who I partner with to buy r...
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Investment Info:
Large multi-family (5+ units) commercial investment investment.
Purchase price: $2,875,000
Contributors:
Jonathan New
Syndication investment, Limited Partner
28 Unit por...
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I am currently an 18 year old high school senior in Pittsburgh PA! I have been reading and listening to every bit of information I can gather right now so I can make an informed decision on my next move. I have gotten...