I have a BRRRR property with an ARV of $130k. I plan on taking advantage of the cash-out refinance (75% LTV) to recoup my purchase and rehab costs. I'd like to avoid coming out of pocket at closing for the closing cos...

Just curious to hear what seasoned investors would say and what current aspiring investors are facing right now. It'll be interesting to see how similar or dissimilar responses will be, and how we can bridge the gap.

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In my first year of Real Estate Investment, my goal was to get three rehab deals in 2013. My best lead source has been direct mail, so I'm really focusing on getting my marketing to be at a manageable, y...

I own a condo that I want to know if I should sell or rent it?  Its 1200 sq ft 3 beds 2 bath vaulted ceilings.  I owe 11700 on it and its worth around 194000 right now.  My payment monthly is 750 and 175 hoa.  Taxes t...

Name a few real estate investing books you would recommend to someone just starting out. I’ve read Brrrr and The book on Rental Property Investing. Thanks, I look forward to everyone’s feedback.

We are planning a move to be closer to family and are looking at whether to rent or buy given the current market. Can anyone guide me on how to look at this from an investor perspective? In other words, how would I ca...

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I recently purchased a 4 bedroom 1.5 baths with a huge lot in SC, which is pretty rare as 3 bedrooms are the norm. I renovated the entire house, new flooring, new ceiling fans, sliding glass doors, finish...

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Hello, Bigger Pockets community! Although I’m not new to this fantastic platform, I have some exciting news to share. After a rewarding 20-year career as a Section 8 supervisor, I’ve...

Hi all, I'm in the process of acquiring my first rental property and I'm struggling to determine which route to go. Do I put 15% down or 20% down? The biggest difference is the interest rate, 5.35% vs 4.25%. Neither w...

I listened to economist Diane Swonk from Chicago a bit this morning. She noted that new construction builders were not happy as they were not seeing the  margins they wanted for the demand they have been getting for n...