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...

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 ...

I'm a political consultant who just moved to San Diego after 8 years in Washington DC. I'd like to diversify my income stream, and am looking for income producing properties. I've been listening to real estate podcast...

Hi all,We have a growing portfolio of small multi family properties in a nearby city.  The area has been historically blue collar, but is experiencing some gentrification in recent years.  These particular buildings h...

Hey guys, I am currently trying to buy a duplex and wanted some advice on how I might be able to structure a deal.

The property is a duplex and both units are 2 bedrooms 1 bath. The current owner is renting out th...

Hi All- looking for some input here.

I recently closed on my first rental property in Apple Valley, CA. It meets the 1% rule, it should cash flow nicely (for CA), it'll produce a great return- I'm very happy about ...

Hello, Everyone. I am a newbie from in the Dallas/Fort Worth area (Euless/HEB). I've been firming up my knowledge base by listening to the BP podcasts, reading the forums, watching youtube videos, and reading.  Now, ...

Hi All,I have a deal on the east coast of FL just a few hours up from Miami. After many weeks of trying to get the offer accepted, I finally did. After doing a through home inspection report I came to realize that the...

Since note dividends are taxed at the same rate as regular income, and there are no tax benefit like depreciation or mortgage interest deductions, I am looking back to real estate to help avoid keeping 63% or less of ...

Hello guys,My name is Conor, I'm owner of a local Interior design firm here in Los Angeles and I have years of experience with real estate investing and home building. Id like to hear how you guys have found investors...