My wife and I are interested in an investment STR cabin (probably around 4-5 bedrooms, but would consider fewer for the right deal) in the Gatlinburg/PF/Sevierville area.  I've spent the last week reading through pret...

Hey BP! I am a Real Estate Agent in Arizona and specialize in luxury property sales in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Paradise Valley. I have been researching different real estate investing methods for years and have learn...

I just closed (8/18/15) on my first ever investment property which happens to be my first house as well. I bought a Triplex and plan on living in one of the units and renting out the other two. My father who has helpe...

Looking for advice on when/how/what to invest for first property with my current situation:
Husband + wife, 3 kids and 1 due in September. Currently crammed into 2 BR apt and need more space ASAP.
Option 1 we consid...

Hello everyone at BiggerPockets! I have been lurking on BiggerPockets for a few months now. I recently decided to get serious about changing my living situation from renting to becoming a home owner.  I am currently...

Hi, folks, 

When you buy rentals, how much equity do you desire to have when you buy it? This equity means the margin between market value and all in price after repairs. 

Thank you for your input. Let's build s...

Hello, I have seen a lot of people talk about doing a cash out refinance after a rehab and season period. What I'm wondering is if I buy a property for all cash (to move faster and make stronger offer) that does not n...

I live in MA but I am thinking on investing out of state in Rental Properties.
Would like to hear from personal experience, cities or counties that an investor can find good bargain and decent tenant.
All local and ...

Hello my name is Ryan mainwaring, I recently joined bp after talking with a co worker about real estate investing. I am currently a project manager in IT, looking to invest in my first flip in 43232, 43123, 43068, 432...

Has anyone bought a 2/1 and added an extra bedroom to increase rents? I know every market is different, but in general is it worth the extra investment to bring higher rent amounts? Any Denver peeps have experience wi...