Selecting a loan officer in brief…For experienced home buyers, I want to quickly lay out my strategy for picking a loan officer. Subsequently I’ll go into the detail for those interested or less experienced with the ...

Hey everyone. My name is Derek Elliott. I'm a screenwriter living in Los Angeles. Brand new to REI. My journey began with a book called A Happy Pocket Full of Money. That led me to Rich Dad Poor Dad, which got me int...

Hello, A few months ago, I purchased an eight-unit, two-story apartment building in a more blue collar part of Lubbock that has seen a number of tenants either vacate or get evicted, thus we are down to less than half...

Hello there,I am new, and interested, in starting my journey in real estate investing. There is one question I have to start this out:How can I tell if an area I want to invest in is declining, rising, or a poor decis...

Hi, This is my first post. Been a passive member for a while. I have 7 units, 4 buildings in Milwaukee managed by a reputed Property Management company. These are some of the repairs charges they have charged me over...

I have learned that requiring 2.5 to 3 times the salary is the norm. Do you let applicants know if they ask you?On the one hand, I have read that it is better not to give out much information; on the other hand, I fee...

My realtor selected two properties for us to walk through today. Both the are homes were built in the 1950's, located in Memphis, TN. One is a 3bd 2bath the other is 3bd 1bath (would want to add a bath possibly). Does...

Hello There I'm a Newbie from Toledo, Ohio  I willing learn about REI and been reading the  Bigger Pockets book leaning a lot from it I'm a also hearing impaired and yes I can talk ^_^

Tenant said on 3rd day after signing lease that we have to modify it because her handicapped dad wants to move in. It's a 4/2. I approved them knowing 5 people would occupy, 2 adults and 3 kids. Can I request addition...

Hi All.  I am hoping to tap into the group for some advice.  My partner and I have 2 home lots and will need to select a good Realtor to help us market and sell the homes.  My challenge is that I have a relationship w...