Michael Abernathy
Pulling the trigger in 2017
I feel like I have spent an eternity reading, researching, listening to the BiggerPockets pod casts, etc... In 2017 I would like to buy my next property and stop making excuses as to why I can't.I would like to buy-a...
Claudio Golia
VR Initial Observations
In my limited exposure learning about vacation rentals, a common theme I have observed is that they don't cash flow very well, and their are often more expenses than initially realized.Although, they may not cash flo...
Nathan Flim
New Investor from Edmonton, Alberta
Hello BP!My name is Nathan and I am an aspiring Real Estate Investor located in Edmonton Alberta. I work full time in the agriculture industry and am also finishing up my BSc Chemistry degree this April. I have been...
Shiloh Lundahl
Just closed on long term bank loans on 3 properties with my kids
To be honest, I was given a leg up in life by my mom when she told me that she had an account with $20,000 that was set aside for my college education. With that money I was able to get a bachelors degree which led me...
Martin Lindsay
eXp Realty in Charlotte, NC
Hello everyone!I'm a newly licensed agent trying to decide what firm to associate with. I've been leaning towards KW Ballantyne area but have recently discovered eXp Realty and studied their model and am pretty torn.B...
Scott Scharl
What System Do You Use to Manage Leads?
Hello BP,I'm a new Phoenix agent looking for advice on keeping track of leads.What is the most effective and affordable system for a part-time beginner? Do you use CRM software/apps? Spreadsheets? Whiteboard? Notepads...
Scott W.
Do you fertilze the grass on your rentals?
If so, how many times a year? For my primary residence, I do twice (spring/weed & fall/winterizing). I do the same for my rentals too.
Kind of a pain to fit it in with everything - while keeping visits fo...
Samantha Meyer
House Hacking - Do I have to share backyard?
Hi wise real estate experts. Long time reader...first time commenter (do people say that type of thing here)?My husband and I are looking to move from our small condo to a two unit property. The purpose of the move ...
Adam Soyak
VA Inspector didn't enter home to inspect home purchase
My wife (a realtor) has a client that is a VA buyer. They have a home under contract for purchase and chose to do a VA inspection only in lieu doing both a home inspection and a VA inspection, for cost savings and to...
Jon S.
Sell or Rent Our Primary?
Hey everyone! We are looking for some words of wisdom from those more experienced than us with our situation. We are a family of 5 looking to move out of California. Our primary residence is in Orange County, paid ...