Originally - I planned not to post anything until I have a full story to tell. However I figured I'd go ahead and post an update on what seems to be turning into a great first REI success story for me. I started the j...

So, here's the current situation with the duplex I bought last Christmas. It's been a wild ride. I don't remember all of the name changes, so let me start over.
Initially Bob lived upstairs alone, as his wife had mov...

Many people have highly recommended the book, Rich Dad Poor Dad, by Richard Kiyosaki.

I came across this great article that completely tore the book, and the author, to shreds.

http://www.johntreed.com/Kiyosaki.html...

Is it typical for the seller or his agent to require proof of funds just to look at the property. I have came across this several times recently.  I'm looking at 12 to 40 unit properties.  I will raise private capital...

Just trying to get opinions on someone convicted of man slaughter about 10 yrs ago. Is it risky or does enough change after 10 years?

I recently attended a REI meeting here in Dallas/Ft. Worth and the speaker stated "When someone calls you with a problem - THEY have the problem, you do not pick it.  Offer a solution to THEIR problem."With that in mi...

This is the one thing that every new RE investor has to confront and I’m no different. You see I’ve always had a way with numbers and a good head for business (at least I think I do), and I figured RE investing would ...

So, my phone rang, this morning. A sweet little old lady said, "Hello. I just received a letter from you. My name is Lucy O."I said, "I remember writing to you. How are you?""I am fine."'Please tell me about your hous...

For the folks that are following the rent saga of my new multi-family, as of the 8th, I have 7 of 8 rents... Last month, the first full month of the adventure, on the 8th I think I had 3, maybe 3 1/2.

Prog...

Hey BP! I am looking to purchase homes below market value in the Phoenix, Arizona market to rehab and sell, and I have been exploring all my options to find properties that fit my criteria. As a licensed agent, I have...