James Johnson
Should I buy an investment property or primary residence?
Hi,
I currently rent and am contemplating whether to buy a house for myself or an investment property (duplex/triplex). The main hurdle I’m facing is that I live in a very expensive city and renting is actually cheap...
Jared Smith
Real Estate Investing When Working Full Time!
How did I get over the fear? I did 3 things:
1.) I started small: I didn't go out and buy a large apartment building, or 10 houses in my first year. I started with one rental. It was a house hack that I had lived in ...
Jose Jusino
New Member - New York/New Jersey
Hi BP!My name is Jose Jusino and I've been a fan of this site for quite some time now. I've been lurking here and there for the last few months (maybe years?) and trying to learn but I've never put it into action. Try...
E Ibrahim
Luxury house hacking on a low salary but big savings using an FHA Loan
Hello All!I am moving to Atlanta in a few months for a job, I am changing careers and will be starting on a salary of roughly 60k in the tech industry where salaries scale quickly. Prior to this, I worked and saved in...
Shay Drori
What is the right place to start? (not expecting one answer)
Hello everyone,
First steps here and so far feeling great.
I read a lot here and I think the right strategy for me in the first stage is to buy, renovate and sell. So I ask whether I should start buying a property i...
Alex Ray
Columbus Ohio rental property
Hello all, I am a newbie investor looking to purchase a rental property in Columbus, Ohio and hold for the long haul. What areas are best to look? I am looking for an area that is safe and filled with young profession...
Susan Tan
How to be OK w/ buying rentals sight unseen from out of state?
As I described in https://www.biggerpockets.com/..., I've purchased this 4plex sight unseen after watching the video tours made by my realtor/property manager, then reading the inspection & appraisal. I trust my ...
Steve Honey
Looking for creative ideas for a real estate proposition
Parties: Me: No home or family. I do fine and have above average savings for my age. Father: Owns home. Retired. In fine financial shape. Brother: See below.Background: I have a lovely older brother who is curre...
Perig Vennetier
Strategy and amount needed for $25k gross annual income
Hi all,I could move to another country in a few years selling everything I have in California including principal residence. I would need about $50k per year to be quite comfortable there. I can easily get a job for $...
Nathan Gesner
What amenities are most wanted?
What amenities or consumables do you provide guests that sets you apart from the competition and earns you rave reviews?
- Welcome basket?
- Video games and pool table?
- Hot tub?
- Pellet gun, list of creatures, ...