Hey BP folks,I will set up my LLC once I buy a property I won't live in, but this first one is a duplex I plan to house hack and I am really excited. Closing is set for July 10. So, the question is, what name do I giv...

Hello fellow investors, Planning on buying my first STR in Smokies. I need some recommendations for lenders who will work with investors. Currently getting range of 7.1 to 7.2 percent with very high loan origination a...

I wanted to learn more about real estate investing in the Bay Area, specifically in the East Bay. I hear there is a potential market in the Pinole area for buy and hold long-term and even Livermore area for flipping. ...

What application/program do you recommend for managing your books/portfolio.  We are currently using quickbooks but as our portfolio expands I was wondering if there are any other user friendly applications that anyon...

Hello! I have been using excel for my accounting for 6 years. However with 38 units across 14 properties its becoming an issue. I do use Buildium to do applications, background checks, rent collection, tracking ect. B...

Hey guys had a question about using hard money lender to acquire a property to brrrr, has anyone done it before and how did it turn out? I know most people use “cash” to acquire the property and fund the rehab initial...

My wife's client looks to clear about 500 K after selling her 4unit property. What's her best option to avoid heavy capital gains? An annuity? She's buying another home moving to TX. MY

Hi BP community,I'm currently in my fourth year working as a physical therapist in Oregon, but have the Real Estate itch, mainly from my addiction to the BP podcast. I work full time, but am contemplating going down t...

As agents, we all know how important it is to prospect. It's the highest paying activity we can do. 

With all the big real estate coaches pushing social media, the thought of "when everyone zigs, then you zag" so i...

Hello BP,My STR strategy:
I just started renting my existing residence and in the process of purchasing a primary property in Galveston Tx (Beach House), I plan to AIRBnB  1 to 2 rooms depending if the property is 2-...