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Hello BP,
So there is a home that I looked at today that is available for lease. It was shown to me by a property manager. It looked like a classic case of someone who accidentally turned into a landlord....
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The other day, I had an interesting conversation with the executive director of the Ohio Department of Commerce. He had called me in response to a complaint I filed against a broker who asked me not to make any offers...
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Some I have been investing for almost a year now and feel like I have learned a ton. Ingot properties in both Indianapolis and Birmingham and have now sparked an interest in Memphis. The reason I like Memphis now is...
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I’m new to real estate. I’ve been reading tons of blogs and books which have raised a red flag that college education isn’t the only thing I need to be financially free Funny because this is what my poor dad has be...
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Hey, BP family. I've notice as a new investor that it seem like everyone is trying too avoid D class hood. I hear a lot of negativity about it. Is their any upside with theses neighborhoods ? What's on the positive en...
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I spent many years as an industrial/architectural paint sales rep. I feel like I could answer and have probably dealt with most issues you encounter so please feel free to shoot me a message if I can ever help you out!
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Is factoring in property management into your investment spreadsheet overrated?Cons of property management: I always care about my property more than property manager, lower ROI, and the probability you lose touch wit...
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I want to build equity with my primary home as soon as possible. And I came across a method using HELOC to reduce the interest paid to the mortgage. Does any one have experience with it?