Mark Ito
Feeling Like an Island
I'd like to preface with an apology. This is half rant, half asking for advice. People always say to surround yourself with people who share your goals and visions, and those that are living the life you want. There a...
Eladio P.
Fastest way to a BRRRR-203k, FHA or irrelevant ?
Hi everyone, I feel like the closer I am to pulling the trigger with my first home purchase the more unanswered questions I have about making this go right or faster. I will make this as short as I can but will try to...
Matthew Fragassi
Very first step
Hello BiggerPockets Family! I am here for some advice. I have been reading books, listening to audio-books and podcasts and now I am here. Full of knowledge, goals and determination. Except I only have one problem, I ...
Bobby Akines
Flipping in Ivy City Washington, DC
Has anyone tried to flip in Ivy City in DC? Trying to get a feel for what the appetite is for homes there. I live in NoMa in DC, and I love the "bones" of the neighborhood, but trying to gauge timing for any sort...
Wes M.
ROI for Kitchen Countertop and Appliance Replacement?
Hi STR braintrust. Want to get your opinion on replacing countertops and appliances for this kitchen. Yes, the layout is unfavorable, but we are not planning to tear out any walls at this point. The cabinets will be r...
Dietrich Kessee
Delinquent Property Tax Lists
I would like to acquire a list of properties in the Houston area that have delinquent property taxes prior to them being listed for auction. The county website is not very user friendly for a search of this type. Ar...
Melissa Faraias
Should I rent to a tenant who is a convicted felon?
Hello BP community,I am relatively new to RE investing and my second rental is currently on the market. A couple in their late 50's want to rent the unit since their relatives live across the street. The woman mention...
Jennifer Corredor
Hi from a newbie from Queens :)
Hello all,I am a 31 year old newbie residing in NY who is in need of some guidance with regards to successfully managing apartment buildings and multi-family homes. My father owned a 16 unit apartment building as well...
Jackie Lange
The Strangest Thing You Ever Saw?
As a real estate investor you see all kinds of really WEIRD stuff.
I remember inspecting an attic for a house i was thinking about buying. It was full of HAY. Yes Hay.. like in straw! The owner needed more insul...
Nathan Ramirez
Seller refuses to turn over financials
I’m under contract on a 7 unit apartment complex and seller will not provide leases or any form of financial documentation validating the property’s monthly cash flow. His agent says the seller is willing to meet with...