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Hi All,So I have been around BP for a year now soaking up all I can. I am 56 I finally lost my IT job of 19 years so I really want to try and get started with this RE gig. I have about $200K in my 401K that I need som...
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What are the things you wish you would have known starting as a first time landlord. I'm closing on a duplex soon, which will be my first real estate purchase. Just looking for any advice on managing a rental, from ...
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I just spoke with a local real estate lawyer (Washington State) about setting up an LLC for buying rental properties. I have yet to buy my first property, and I was advised to form an LLC before doing so to protect my...
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Hello,
I want to make my first buy, fix and hold deal in Columbus, OH. Budget is around 110k ARV. What is the best neighborhoods to do that?
Thanks!
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I'm looking to invest in my first rental property this year and was wondering how many months of reserves should I have saved up considering we are in a recession? I want to make sure I have a cushion in place, but I ...
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If you have not seen the release of Dan Sheeks' new book, "First to a Million", grab it ASAP! He is going to be doing an Ask Me Anything Night in the forums next month that you will not want to miss!
In light of this...
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Hi everyone! Happy New Year. May 2023 bring everyone a year full of health, happiness and fun investing!The last two years have been an absolute whirlwind, and have learned A LOT about the real estate world, investing...
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My brother and I have flipped 2 homes exclusively doing all the work our selfs. I also personally own a home that should net me around 60k when it sells. Were about to purchase a home ( for 47k and tax assessed at 16...
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Hi everyone!
I currently own 3 rentals in Toledo OH and I live in Michigan within 15 mins of my rentals. I'd also like to grow my portfolio without burning myself out. I'm just wondering when is a good point to get a...
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I have read many reviews about the Investors Edge. Most are negative except the google reviews that seem fake. I love that they have a process in place to teach the process. Is there any legitimate company that I can ...