I joined this site just recently, upon my decision to turn my passion for real estate into a serious business. I found a great deal and developed a sustainable business plan, I found myself in front of the major step:...

One prospective tenant contacted me from the UK inquiring about my rental in NJ. How do I screen someone that is outside of the U.S.?

I'm finally taking action!!! I will submit my first 3 offers tomorrow on some REO properties. I wanted to know if it is standard to not enter a contingency for due diligency period of 5-14 days. I thought this was fa...

[Short Term Rental]Scenario 1: Guest plants a DHH (dreaded human hair) in the refrigerator. Sends a pic of the hair. Wants money back. 
Scenario 2: Guest says "The hot tub is dirty" "Ok no problem we're on the way to...

I guess this is aimed at investors in Michigan, but I'd be interested to hear from anyone in any state...

If you had $100K that you didn't anticipate having, let's say a win on a scratch off or something, and you wan...

I have made inquiries to buy a piece of vacant land, but without any response. Where am I going wrong? Please advise.This would be my first investment.I live overseas, in the UK.The lot is now reduced to just $1,000.I...

I've been looking into multifamily properties, and some of them accept FHA loans and some don't. I figured maybe it was due to the property's price. But interestingly enough, I saw a $400k duplex that takes FHA loan...

Happy Friday, BPers!This is my first BP post, which I am compelled to write based on my experience attempting to wholesale with a mentor.The background: I signed an agreement with local (Philly) wholesaler that says w...

Hello BP community,
I recently listed my home on Airbnb looking for a 30 day minimum rental. Seeing as this is an online platform I want to make sure that I don't approve any stays that are from a scam guest.
Has an...

Hello BiggerPockets member, my name Jim. I have somewhat been in within the real estate arena for sometime. A little background, about myself  I grew up in the Philadelphia area where my family has owned and rented se...