Patrick Young
New to RIE, Starting to Get Educated
Hey all,Long post below and I apologize in advance haha.I recently became interested it real estate investing and found bigger pockets shortly after. After graduating from college in May of 2015, I spent the first yea...
Ofir R.
50K Cash, DSCR loan, where?
I got 50K sitting aside. I wish to use it for an appreciating property. I don't like stocks etc. Since I'm a new immigrant with no credit score, a DSCR with 30-35% down payment is my only option, so the 50K need to in...
Marie M.
Subdivision bylaws-- need your thoughts on this language
Hello! What are my fellow BP member thoughts on this language? Does it specifically prohibit short term rentals? I'm not seeing that it does and I am living in an ideal situation to move out and STR. This is not a...
Kristin Davey
New Member from Las Vegas, NV
Hi Everyone! I am so excited to have found this amazing resource to help me begin my real estate investing career. I am 26 and currently work in client account management and know this is not where my heart resides. I...
Sara W.
Is out of state investing worth it?
Hi everyone :)
I have been doing some research on investing in out of state properties. However, after reading and factoring all the hassles and risks of investing long distances and knowing that there are investment...
Wai Fung
Infinite Banking Concept, Cash Flow Banking, or Bank on Yourself
Has anybody used a IBC, CFB, or BOY policy to purchase real estate and use the returns to pay back the policy at higher interest rates than the policy charges? If so, what are the pros and cons? What are your thoughts...
Dennis King
When the Market Turns - What is the Best Strategy?
In Kansas City, the single family home prices dropped 20% in 2008 in many areas and the inventory and day on market increased dramatically. When the next downward cycle hits, what are the: 1) Key drivers (economy...
Ben Cochran
Is the HELOC a smart move with an upcoming recession ?
Trying to find the best way to utilize the assets I have, to purchase another home. Quick rundown of my position. I own 2 homes. One is a rental, appraised for $350k, has no mortgage and brings in $1600/month. The sec...
Jason Stephens
Goal: $7000 per month income (How?)
I have been kicking the can down the road for 10+ years with REI and have never pulled the trigger. I think that is going to change though. Recently, I sat down and wrote out all my dreams and goals and what the pric...
Laura M.
Calculating rate of return on primary property w/ appreciation
Hi all -I hope I've posted this in the right area. I've just purchased a second home in Oakland, Ca as my primary residence. I now am trying to decide whether to sell or to rent my current primary residence (also in O...