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I just became a preferred partner with ALE. That said, I feel like it would make sense for ALE to have state-state partners who are well connected with PMs and task force their requests to the state/regional specialis...
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I received an insurance payout for a damaged roof on a rental property and the contractor doing the work is offering a discount for cash payment. Does this make sense financially? If the payment is considered a busi...
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I been establishing my business plan for real estate for this upcoming year but came to a pit fall where I see that we are in a recession of course but also in a down market due to the season. What should I do instead...
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Looking to start over in the buy and hold rental arena. From Collinsville, IL, just outside of St. Louis, MO. Have 8 years buy, rehab, hold experience, self-management, and 15 years in construction and remodeling. 3...
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Hello BP'rsDo you have to own a professional real estate broker license to start a property management business? What are the requirements?
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It seems like a natural succession for a large multifamily unit owner to also own their property management company. Agree or disagree? Why?
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Hi biggerpockets community! I come to you seeking sage advice yet again. So here's my situation. I'm currently handling all management of a friend's downtown Seattle condo via Airbnb while he's living abroad. Things h...
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Hi all! Thanks for taking the time to read this. Hopefully you can all help convince me this is either a great deal, or a terrible idea.I have a potentially great deal that was brought to me by a member of BP. I conta...
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I am in the process of doing some research and would like feedback from experienced investors.If there were an organization that connected you with fresh talent to train/mentor one on one, would you be open to committ...
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E-Myth, written by Michael Gerber, discusses why most small businesses fail. While it's not a real estate focused book, it explains why most real estate investors fail. There are three parts to the successful small ...