I guess i have a petty easy questions i just haven't found an answer. I've browsed a few of the forum posts about "Pay down debt or invest" and haven't seen one that answered my questions so i figured id ask. I bought...

I just started reading Brandon’s rental real estate book. I’m wondering if any of you have read the book and what you have done to get into action? How did you get your foot through the door?

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My name is Michael, I really just go by Mike. I currently am a contractor for the Coast Guard doing network engineering. I greatfully stumbled upon this website on my quest to find knowledge on inve...

Hi, I am planning to buy a old house (1965) which was recently renovated, rent out the basement and stay in the house for 1 year atleast generate cash flow that covers my mortgage by 50%. I have the opportunity to als...

Hi BPs,I am quite new to room rental and I would like some advise for a potential tenant who is a recent graduate, but without solid income due to not having a job yet.  Would you recommend co-signing from his/her par...

Hi everyone,I've made the decision to rent out my first house, What are the most important things I have to do when qualifying tenants? Also, does anybody know good sites to do background checks/credit checks and wher...

As a newly licensed agent in Wisconsin I will start working part time this fall. The only experience I have in real estate, besides the state classes, is my recent purchase of my families first home. I am looking for ...

Hi Folks, 
I'm planning a bathroom remodel. I live in this home now, but it will be a rental some day. I'm looking for input from folks with experience. 

How do you handle waterproofing your shower? There are a lo...

Hello, I have been a member of BP for little over a year but have only recently started really delving into all the awesome information on BP. I have been in the Air Force for the last 9 years and recently transitione...

What are the risks to using HELOC's for down payments on investment properties?