Alec McGinn
Why would I want to buy rat holes?
I always see cheap houses for sale in my market and they are complete rat holes and the realtor always says “great investment property” well my question is do the best investments always come from rehab? Wouldn’t it b...
Nikki Closser
First Deal = $1600+ Cash Flow!!
Hi! I wrote a post 4 months ago asking what you all would do in our situation -- sell or keep our Seattle house. Several of you commented and it really helped us solidify our decision, so thanks to all who commented! ...
Marc Pfleger
Protecting my money in a rehab partnership
I am considering partnering with a contractor on a rehab and need some ideas on how to protect my investment in the property. The contractor used a hard money loan to acquire the property and would like for me to ...
Jason Rector
Why Should Property Managers Get a Percentage?
I currently own and manage 7 single family properties. I've thought about getting a property manager in the future, but I really don't understand why they require a percentage as opposed to a fee for the work done. Th...
Aurus J. Sanchez
22yr old investor and my plan. Would love your feedback
My goal is to achieve 3000 a month in real estate for my future and i would love to see if my following strategy sounds realistic or if it can be improved. I’m open to hear everything. THE FOLLOWING IS MY SCENARIO:I...
Austin Shade
Rent To Retirement How Does It Really Work?
Hi there, My name is Austin I’m new to the Bigger Pockets world and I’m looking to buy my first property this year within the next 6 months if possible. I’m 23 years old I’ve been saving money for a property since I w...
Nicholas Cotroneo
DIY Landlords What would it take for you to turn your property over to a Manager
Hey Folks, I have several friends who have properties that they manage themselves. I am trying to build my portfolio as a property manager but most are unwilling to turn over their properties because they do not see ...
Gerry Harris
100k in the bank and 100K in debt
Hello all! This is going to be a rather long post, but I am very perplexed on what I should do with my very current/upcoming situation.Long Story Short, for all intensive purposes I am about 100K in debt6k left on car...
Samantha M.
Prepared for the 2013 Recession?
Many media outlets, respected investors and the like are reporting 2013 will be yet another recession. Possibly more severe than the one in 2008 due to factors such as increased national debt, printing money, manipula...
William Brown
Shoot bullets in my wholesaling marketing strategy
About to pull the trigger.After a year of education, dabbling, and talking with hundreds of investors, wanna be investors, and sellers, I'm taking massive (imperfect) action. I'm a college student with a couple grand....