So If a person has a mortgage can they except a lower cash offer than what they have on loan?  I tried a sub to but they didn't like the thought of that for some reason . It just seems like if they except a lower offe...

Whether you are a real estate professional, investor or hobbyist, the value of a good lender can not be overstated. I've been in or around real estate since 2004, when I began as so many other naive, greedy and short ...

What a fun first year it has been!!! Just closed on my 5th property yesterday putting me at 13 units in 13 months. Hard to think how it was before all this fun began. I told my wife today “I wonder what I’d be doing w...

Had to have the main line snaked in one of the rentals, and while they had the toilet out I had them go ahead and video the main line so we could see what kind of shape it was in. Good news was that the main line had ...

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*Can anyone recommend a really good reference book that outlines ongoing house maintenance to-do, a schedule for frequency, and DIY instructions?*
I am closing on my first real estate purchase, which...

Ok, all you experienced investors out there. I have a to good to be true deal and need all of the "What If" scenarios thrown at me.I have come across a property through direct marketing.  The owner is in his 60s and i...

I have to say that this is a huge leap for me. I don't like putting personal things on the internet, but I really want to learn this business. So I said just do it and Quit being a baby about it. I know I will say ...

Hello Everyone,I am totally new here and looking for a little guidance. I am interested in property rehabbing and house flipping. I am going through many of the BP forum discussions, pod casts, I am currently reading ...

Those that do buy and holds, how do you judge if a deal is a good deal? Do you compare the property with other properties in the area, or do you use a formula? Also, are there laws to be aware of in the state you liv...

Hey guys new to the forum - you come highly recommended from the Bogleheads!My wife purchased a brand new condo in 2010 for $160,000. 2 years later, he grandmother passed away and we purchased her house and move in....