What consumables do you provide your guests in your short-term rentals? Obviously, TP and hand soap are a must. Shampoo and Conditioner seem to be pretty common. I've seen some that provide coffee. What else do you pr...

Hello Bigger Pockets,I wanted to start a thread (and hopefully add to it as the years go by) on ways that I've learned over the years to establish and maintain high productivity.  There's a LOT to know and do in this ...

So here is a watered down summary of my plan, let me know if this is a viable idea. I am open to any suggestions from experienced investors.By March of next year I will have 40k. I plan on using 20K to secure my first...

What neighborhoods in Baltimore (or zip codes) are your favorite for purchasing buy and hold properties and why?

So I closed on my triplex 2 weeks ago in the Philadelphia area and I want to buy another 3/4 unit next year.  From what I read online FHA expects you to live in your house for a FULL year before you buy another primar...

I saw this in depth analysis of the Zillow Offers product.   This struck me"Going back to Exhibit 4, renovation, holding, and selling costs have averaged 3.0%, 0.9%, and 4.5% of sales so far, leaving a return before f...

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I think I want to buy a lot in Gatlinburg and considering building in the next 2 years. How expensive is this?  It is really tough trying to buy a finished product from where I am, because good properties fly o...

I was introduced to Bigger Pockets by my wife. She started listening to the podcast and wanted me to as well. I liked what I heard and am currently working my way through the backlog of their library. Mainly jumping a...

My first REI was a lot bought at auction last year that has over doubled in value. Its time to move on. Im looking to purchase my first income generating property now. Running numbers on SFH and 2-4 plex in the Housto...

Let's just say the home appraises for 200k. Will they approve a loan for someone buying at 210? How about 250k if they put more money down? I know there are lot's of factors involved, and it depends on the lender. But...