Newbie questions.  I'm analyzing 2 properties as serious contenders for my first deal (long term rental).Would you pick a lower CoC in a "better" area or a higher CoC on a "lesser" area?  Neither area looks like "Esca...

Does anyone intentionally report higher taxable income (and obviously pay higher taxes) so they can qualify for financing, such as heloc or business line of credit?I understand there are alternative methods such as ha...

I am a college senior who is looking to start investing in RE on Long Island, New York after I graduate. I would love to first talk to investors in this area to understand how to navigate around an expensive market wh...

Hey BP fam,Are there any books / bodies of knowledge you would recommend on data-driven approaches to analyzing real estate markets?I'm looking to find interesting markets for potential long-distance BRRRR investment....

Hello everyone. My name is Vincent. I'm 26 years old and am currently working in the medical field for the Navy but my future goal is to own multiple multi family apartment complexes along the East coast.  I've been ...

Hello BP!Are expenses per unit significantly different in small apartments (10-50 units) versus large ones (100+ units)?I came across a couple of listings for small apartments (16 and 36 units), where stated actual ex...

Pretty simple question, that my searches haven't turned up.I understand cash flow, expenses, and the 50% rule. I also understand that people tend to look for a certain number for Cash on Cash return (e.g. 6-10%). What...

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Hi- including some analysis I put together for an investment property. It is a duplex property in Seattle. The property needs work, and the outlook on this deal isn't looking too good. But I'd like to come back with a...

I just want to be sure I'm using the 50% rule correctly.

I'm looking at a property, I estimate the property will produce $650 per month in rent.

So the 50% rule assumes that expenses such as maintenance and vacancy ...