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Logan Knight Lease Option Review and Pitfalls in ID
22 October 2016 | 5 replies

Hi BP Community. I am working on my first lease option as a purchase in Boise and wanted to run the deal past my peers and get their feedback:4 Bed 1.5 Bath in BoiseNeeds no apparent repairsHouse is a solid B/B+ in a ...

Eric Reyes Top pitfalls when buying from a Wholesaler
9 November 2018 | 2 replies

As an investor looking to buy from a wholesaler. What are the worst mistakes/pitfalls we typically make?

Thomas Jacobsen Pitfalls of being a private money lender
12 November 2018 | 3 replies

I have been blessed that I can do private money lending, but there is little information on the pitfalls or best practices to protect myself. I would like to hear suggestions. Thanks for your time.

Toxey McDavid Newbie investor pitfall: buyer vs seller agent
26 March 2016 | 4 replies

My business partner @Christina Coleman and I are very fortunate to have a real estate agent who is also our fix & flip mentor. She's experienced in this area, and has sort of adopted us like another mom. :) She's ...

Eva N. Pros & Pitfalls Of Partial Interest Properties
31 October 2019 | 1 reply

Can someone talk to me about the pros / cons of partial interest ownership ? I have the opportunity to purchase 50% of a small, four unit building, which I intended to live in myself, occupying two units.  However, ...

Jeremy Hunsberger Self Storage advice/pit falls to avoid
8 January 2017 | 5 replies

I am doing research into the self storage niche of real estate investing. I am wondering what are some key markers to look for in a self storage deal that makes it a good deal? What are some key pit falls to avoid in ...

Meir Sasson Potential pitfalls when buying from a wholesaler
22 June 2019 | 3 replies

I would like to start buying SFH from wholesalers for the purpose of flipping  (I am self-financed)1. In what ways the process of buying from a wholesaler is different than buying from any other owner?   2. I was told...

Fiz Sam Seeking Expert Insights: Pitfalls in Turnkey Properties
16 January 2024 | 1 reply

Hey everyone,
I'm venturing into the realm of purchasing turnkey investment properties and could use some seasoned advice. As we all know, not all that glitters is gold. Specifically, I'm eyeing properties in the $60...

Jorge Galvez Renting to a young couple - any pitfalls?
1 April 2016 | 3 replies

Are there any issues anyone has experienced with renting to a young married couple.  Guy is 24 and girl is 20. Guy has an associate's degree and works two jobs. Girl works two jobs. Mom would like to move in with them...

Ben Lukes Rent to business + cash up front? Pitfalls?
27 April 2017 | 7 replies

I have a condo for rent near a military base outside of Seattle in Washington State, and got a strange call today:A man and woman called and asked about the condo.  I told them someone already applied and we were goin...