Joseph Medina
The 4-Horseman of the Economic Apocalypse: Affordability
Hello All, The first horseman, a conqueror with a bow and crown, rides a white horse...
The title is more or less to grab your attention; however, if left unattended it could be the end. This is going to be a 4 part...
Brenda Sacchetto
Need guidance-don't know what to do :(
Hi Experts,
I need some guidance. I am considering placing a bid on a home in an upscale area in Orange county Ca. The house needs a lot of work (the sellers agent estimates 4-500,000.00) it was involved in a...
Micki M.
You know you're a Female Investor when...
I loved the "you know you're an investor when" post from @Brandon Turner and I think it's time to revive it for the women of BP. A recent podcast talked about how hard it was for them to get female interviewees - whi...
Eric James
Is real estate appreciation a myth? Adjusting for inflation
One stated benefit of investing in real estate is price appreciation. However, if you look at inflation adjusted real estate prices for the most part there isn't much appreciation. There are specific points in time ...
Account Closed
Does anyone see anything wrong with this plan about buying hotels?
This is fast forwarding abut 5 years until I can have the down payment and qualify for a loan for a hotel. I would be looking at hotels in the $4 million dollar range. Currently, there are hotels at this price that pr...
Mark Alexander
MARKET CRASH - Thoughts?
Let me start off by saying that I am no means making an excuse to not invest in real estate. I am actually looking to make my first purchase (house-hacking) within the year. Here is what triggers me though:My full-tim...
Alan Grobmeier
Tired of getting calls from wholesalers and flippers
I average 2 calls a week where someone calls me up and wants to buy one of my rental properties. I have heard the speeches so often I KNOW what they are gonna say next. Usually it starts out with, "we have bought a ...
Alejandro B Yoon
A/C broke, tenants want to be compensated, need advice
I currently manage my mother's property that is using a rent by the room strategy. Last week the A/C in our unit fried from a power surge and required a new thermostat and tablet piece. After back and forth with the t...
Daniela R.
Are 18K of repairs worth it, for a 225K in a good location?
So, this is my issue. I am first time home buyer, and first generation home buyer as well. No one in my family ever owned a property. Just graduated and wanted to get my own place after saving a lot. This whole proces...
Brandon Turner
What will the hurricane do to Houston RE?
Hey everyone,I don't wanna be inconsiderate in the wake of this horrible hurricane but I have a legitimate question.My sister is moving to Houston in a month and currently house hunting. Should I tell her to wait? Or ...