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I’ve heard many times on BP that the 2% rule is impossible in the SF Bay Area…if you are lucky, maybe you can break 1%. But my recent experience has shown me that with a lot of hard work and perseverance it is very p...
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Hi kind BP folks,So I'm in the learning phase. I pretty much get through 2 podcasts a day, spend 30-60 minutes daily on BP plus even more on outside sites just getting comfortable with the world of REI, researching wh...
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Hello everyone.We have a great realtor that we work with, but we are also interested in making an offer for a house that is not currently on the MLS or up for sale even. I know that people do this everyday, but I want...
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Hey guys - is Listsource (Corelogic) the best way to get leads, or are there other ways to obtain lists that are (1) better or (2) cheaper? thanks!
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Hi BP'ersHas anyone ever come across restrictions on short term rentals on a deed? I was getting ready to sign a contract (in Sullivan County, upstate NY) when my lawyer informed me that it had this restriction. This ...
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I have found another motivated seller who is willing to get rid of their city property for 13k minimum (market in my area for city property for investors to pounce is 5-15k). He had it advertised for 17k. So it fits t...
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Hey everyone,
I know a lot of you out there will immediately say it is not worth paying for a mentor. Go to REI clubs read books etc... I do all of this and because of it have been successful in my first two deals. I ...
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I've been busting my hump trying to get my first deal. I put the earnest down on one but after inspections found it would cost an extra 40k so I pulled out. Now I've got a golden egg. Buying a great condition house fo...
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Hey everyone, So we do tons of rehabs well over 100 last 18 months or so. We been investing over 12 years so we have a lot of good knowledge and experience in RE. But I want to see what BP Members can come up with, as...
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Hey, I received an email about Chis Chico's REI Vault program where for $1,500/month, you are provided with marketing, VA assistant, and a team of other RE investors to help you with your business. Sounds interesting ...