![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2495012/small_1657999107-avatar-natalieg88.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I find that most of my real estate investors get beat out on a deal by other investors who act quickly. Is there such a thing as being way too analytical instead of pulling the trigger? Which one would you rather be?
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1696740/small_1695830345-avatar-rebeccaw74.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I moved out my 4 BR home in late 2017. Purchased new home different city. Beginning Apr 2018 I began renting out 2 of 4 BRs in old home. How do I handle tax deductions? I visit the property occasionally for personal ...
First-time home buyer? After this episode, you’ll see the house-hunting process in an entirely new light. Throw out the granite countertops and exposed beams you’ve always dreamed of because making an emotion-first ho...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/671711/small_1621495159-avatar-jimg41.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
We are new to owner financing but own a property under a self directed IRA and are considering all options. One that we have been discussing is owner financing. Who here has some experience with offering owner finan...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/529095/small_1621481853-avatar-christophea2.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hi guys,I am just starting my career in real estate as a Realtor and I am looking for the best strategies to get leads.I have also started to do door-knocking in Encino, CA. I approached someone last week and it turne...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/369827/small_1621447170-avatar-vitaliym.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I'm a private landlord, doing the tenant screening process myself. I usually purchase a credit check online on prospect/applicant and begin to analyze their credit myself.I know there are tools online that help you ex...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2797045/small_1698098661-avatar-juliusc27.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Today's Topic: BUYING REAL ESTATE WITH CASHThere are pros and cons of buying real estate with cash. Like most things in real estate, it depends. Before considering purchasing real estate with cash it is important to c...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/31053/small_1621365554-avatar-player73.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
My last tenant did not pay last months rent and basically used her deposit for it. Her deposit was way less than the rent due. She did clean up the property and gave me $300, but there is still damage.She basically de...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1125581/small_1621509272-avatar-jamesd373.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hello, I am in the process of making a change this fall and have a couple of avenues to choose from. I would greatly appreciate some input as I am having a hard time deciding what is the smartest decision!I bought a t...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1254016/small_1621510705-avatar-zachh83.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Over 60 days ago we placed a low bid on a house being sold as a short sale. The buyer immediately accepted. Now we just needed the bank to approve and the house was ours. Since this is a loss to the bank, they are tak...