We got a counter offer on our bid. We are not sure how much to set our final and best offer at. My question is, does the bank ever re-negotiate after the inspection if something major is found? Our realtor says no but...

Hey BP Community!I'm just starting out and I'm trying to learn as much as possible before getting my hands dirty. Specifically, I would really like some guidance on do's and don'ts of managing contractors and the enti...

Hi everyone! Novice investor here, currently own a SFH in Oklahoma and looking to buy in Troy (mostly because of availability of duplexes). I'm currently under contract for a home, and during inspection we found a lar...

Just trying to figure out if it would be cheaper to build a new place with a in-law apt in the basement vs buying something already built. Can anyone advise based on their experience which will be cheaper in the long ...

Hello BiggerPockets,
I'm seriously thinking about using Home Equity Investment (HEI) to become debt-free, but I want to make sure I understand all the details before diving in. I've been looking into companies like U...

I am a local contractor in the Houston area and im starting to run into a very bothersome problem. I sometimes sub out certain trades to do work for me and they always ask for money upfront. I dont ask for money upfro...

Wondering what is the best way to pay a contractor in Texas? I know for sure you NEVER pay all up front but what are some common percentages now and days or form of payments. Also, what are these contractors charging?...

I have been looking everywhere for hard money/private loans in Michigan (Grand Rapids area not Detroit) and have only come across one so far. Has anyone used Brookview Financial and if so what were your experiences?

Hi All, We're considering our first private loan and have calculated our costs based on an initial conversation with the investor. Our question is, from initial agreement through closing, what costs may we incur outsi...

I'm thinking of having windows installed in a rental property. The contractor has quoted me a price of $5500. He's asking me to pay 50% up front and the balance when the job is finished. He told me he wants the 50% up...