1) Not keeping enough reserves. Big expense hits and owner cannot handle it

2) Fix/flip - unforseen repair needed. Too many deals go bad.

I'm curious to hear how RE empires go down during recessions.

We own three properties in Tulum, Mexico and would like to expand our investments there, but are having a very hard time finding funding. My husband and I have temporary residency in Mexico, and our rentals are all o...

Hello BP....I'm looking to purchase property in Newark, NJ...I'm from NYC so for me, this is right next door. Can anyone let me know what neighborhoods to stay away from? Thanks. 

We went live about 3 months ago with our cabin in the Smoky Mountains and have been booking well on AirBnB, . But for some reason we haven't had a single booking on VRBO and not even a single inquiry until today. I ju...

Hello BP!When first starting out using a Buy and Hold strategy and with limited capital, do you think it's better to purchase a bunch of lower priced properties in lower quality / depressed areas or spend a little bit...

To the High W2 earning BP members out there, what strategies have you used to decrease your W2 taxable income? Depending on what state you earn your wages, income tax rates of 40-50% are unreasonable. Most of you like...

So I have 1 property worth $650,000 in miami beach, I still owe $232k on my mortgage, Im making bi-weekly payments and paying an extra $1000/mo and its leased for $3500/mo and maintenance + taxes are around $1300/mo. ...

When looking to purchase your first investment property, would you prefer a short term or long term rental plan?Would love some pros and cons! Thanks!

Hi everyone!

I currently own 3 rentals in Toledo OH and I live in Michigan within 15 mins of my rentals. I'd also like to grow my portfolio without burning myself out. I'm just wondering when is a good point to get a...

Every single time I'm in any grocery store, walking the street, or anywhere in a posh neighborhood, esp. the Bay Area, I think: * "Golly, gosh, gee, how do these people afford these wonderful homes?"* "What do I have ...