How do lenders choose the appraisers?  I was told that lenders cannot simply pick whoever they want to now. This was different pre 2008.  Could some mortgage lenders out there weigh in on this process? 

Hello BP community!I'm in a whirlwind this week, and in some research this evening, i found this site and found a lot of good information and context for my thinking/planning.  mostly i am looking for a sounding board...

Here is a question that was posed to me by an old friend recently. He is attempting to do some joint venture or syndication type transactions. In our conversation, I mentioned to him that I am aware of private individ...

Hi all,In the process of purchasing my first rental property. I have my tenant lined up already. Was wondering if I create the lease or pay a lawyer to write my lease? I would much rather avoid the fees of a lawyer an...

In the last few days I've called five different agents on five different MF's (numbers taken from signs on properties) and only one has called me back.

Is there any particular wording I should be using in the...

Hi, everyone! I was sitting around with a few members of a Meetup group I am in. The question was asked "if you only had $500 to start your first business, how would you use the money?" So, I thought it would be an in...

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I was contacted by a reporter who is working on an article about investing during the boom vs. now and she is looking for feedback. I make no promises, but jump in and leave your feedback and perhaps we ca...

Hello BP community!Great to join BP. I've been reading a few blogs and forums on this amazing site for about two weeks now, and am just starting out on my own learning journey in Real Estate Investing (REI). After rea...

Hey Guys!! I was wondering if anyone has triedZillow’s for sale by owner? I’m wrapping up My flip and I’m thinking aboutListing it sale by owner. Paying a 2.5%-3%To buyers agent. Only because the inventoryIs low and P...

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I’m looking for guidance on progressing my real estate investment journey and would appreciate any advice from experienced investors. I am inexperienced so please be mindful of tha...