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For those of you actively working on fix-and-flip projects, particularly in dynamic markets like Houston, I’m curious about your approach to navigating today’s challenges. With inventory tightening and competition inc...
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which is better, renting or flipping real estate?
Hi, I have been planning on purchasing my first property ever. My plan has been to buy a fourplex (all four units under the same roof), be an owner occupant in one of the units, and put 3.5% down. From the forums on h...
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Hi guys,What are some things to check for (i.e. back taxes) when purchasing a foreclosure or a home that is for sale by owner? I have my eye on a property and I don't want to get hit with any unexpected costs because...
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Hello all I’m currently shopping around for a new flip / investment . I need some suggestions where to invest only in New York . Not the 5 boroughs (queens, Bronx , Brooklyn , StAten Island and Manhattan , )) looking...
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I just saw an episode of Flip That House for the new season. The interesting thing was that they showed a disclaimer before the show. It said that flipping houses could be risky. Really? They just figured that out...
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Hi BP!
I wanted to share my 90 day challenge story from when Brandon first gave it in late 2017. I’m from Bellingham Washington, and this is my journey.
After months of bidding, getting offers accepted, and walki...
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I am Canadian, but living for last 20 years in Costa Rica where I worked in real estate field and now I am developing my own beachfront luxury 19 units condo project.
I have joined many sites in t...
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Hi all,
Relatively new here and looking at my first property. I got pre approved for a standard FHA loan. I am thinking of buying a duplex, triplex or fourplex while also buying another cheaper property to flip. I wi...
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I have a small win to report – a 21% rent increase I recently achieved in one of my duplex units.
It started by me posting the vacancy on craigslist at 12% above what my current tenants pay.
Long story ...