Lynzie Mackey
How much does location matter when buying an apartment complex?
We're looking into raising money and purchasing an apartment building. If I were to purchase a home again where I live in Southern Florida, I would buy on or near the beach, because I see the value in location. Does...
Nathan Ku
looking for guidance about getting into multi family
Dear BP Colleagues,I am a new investor, looking to venture for the first time in multi-family - what are the things to look out when you are new to the game and starting out. (1). since I am looking for rentals - woul...
Jonathan D.
Trying to plan long-term, but where to begin
I am looking for some advice about what is the most responsible path to take in my situation.
I just turned 25 and would like to start investing in real-estate with the goal to create long-term value. I do n...
Tom Juhn
Contrarian Indicator
It seems the discussions I have been in lately has been with individuals asking how they can start investing in real estate. They have heard all they have to is put 25% down, put a for rent sign out and collect. That ...
Chris Lynch
Prospecting new business for Realtors
All fellow agents out there what have you found to be the best prospecting methods to build your business as a new agent. Here are a few things I have tried. I do have a big Facebook spare but most of them I am not cl...
Jake Saliba
Moving: Sell old house and invest equity, or keep and rent?
Hi, I'm currently not a RE investor, but have poked around the forums a bit on occasion. I'm expecting my 2nd child next July. We will move to a slightly larger house soon and I'm trying to decide whether my current ...
THU NGUYEN
Advice need in investing in duplex - Houston TX
Hello BP members,I am thinking of buying a duplex about $120K. CF is about $800/month so awesome right for that a property that low. However, it's not in the best area. Appreciation is not great as I have seen the ...
Tim Wilkinson
Forgoing the 70% rule
Hello BP community!I am wondering if some of you make exceptions to the 70% rule in some cases. I have one in my sights and am in communication with the very motivated owner. Time is short for him and he has agreed to...
Stacey So
St Louis SFH, turnkey investment
We are under contract to purchase a SFH in St Louis as rental property from a turnkey provider (Memphis Invest/REI Nation) for $125k. After a low appraisal ($70k, later went up to $90k upon contest), we changed lender...
Daniel Overby
How to manage risk buying wholesale properties?
I am interested in buying wholesale properties. However, it is seeming to me that it is extremely risky for those who are not essentially experts in rehab. Most wholesalers are asking for all cash, no inspection offer...