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I want to share a few photos of a recently completed 2/1 SFR rehab in Chicago thanks to BP. Hard Money Lender, General Contractor, Friend/Mentor were all thanks to BiggerPockets!Before PhotosAfter Photos
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BP Community:I am a new real estate investor seeking to purchase my first investment property. I am in need of advice of wheather to purchase a single family home or a single apartment unit.To provide you with a littl...
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I have installed laminate flooring in 3 homes now. I am talking about the type of flooring that looks like wood planks, but it is actually a type of pressed micro-board material (something to that effect). I am a hu...
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Hello BP,
I was just wondering how many of you have told your boss and/or co-workers about your real estate business.
I have not mentioned real estate investing to anyone at work for many reasons. One ...
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I am planning to purchase properties to hold and rent. I am also planning to manage these properties with a separate property management entity. Is it best to try to prevent the tenants from knowing the name, address,...
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Hi everyone! I plan on living in Plano, TX for a W-2 job, and I am eager to buy a property in the city. I have been considering trying to leverage an FHA loan; however, there are not many affordable duplexes in the ar...
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Hey guys,I'm a newbie who is trying to clear some personal debt and save for a first real estate investment property. I thought I was ready a couple years ago but then we ended up upgrading our primary residence and I...
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Hello all! I've been browsing the forums for a few weeks and learning lots, but I haven't found posts addressing this issue. I'd appreciate any/all input you folks can provide.We are about to close on a single family ...
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Can some of you greybeards help me understand several things that might help me in the future?
I recently went to a sheriff's sale, on the county courthouse steps. I did a lot of research first and I learned a lot a...
Hi there! I am new to the BP community and wanted to dive in. My family and I are relocating to northern VA this summer. I'll be working in DC. We were going to rent since the housing market is a bit intimidating, but...