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Hi BP Community Member(s),Six months ago I set out on a cosmic journey away from the manufacturing world with a good friend to go into the business of REI. Generally in the fields of wholesaling/flipping/buy&hold ...
I plan to use my Solo 401K for investing in distressed mortgage notes, real estate and possibly private lending. From a business perspective and identity protection, does it make sense to set up an LLC under my Solo K...
Can you wholesale properties that are in preforeclosure and foreclosure? From my understanding, a sale prevents the foreclosure correct? Please advise.
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So....I lost my job and while back. I know nothing about real estate, but I'm desperately wishing to learn the ins and outs. Due to my job loss, my credit has suffered. I am currently back working and I did have to fi...
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Hello all - I wanted to post this because I hope it will help other beginner investors who are using conventional loans to buy rental properties.I ran my scenario by a real estate attorney and they agreed, so I want t...
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I am curious to hear anyones horror stories with rental arbitrage! Don't hold back, I want to hear anyones mistakes and try to learn something from them. Thanks for sharing!
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One of my tenants is getting married. Do you do a background check?simply amend the lease and have them sign (they are over 18)Thoughts?
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First time landlord here... would love your guys' input. I've got a couple decent candidates I'm considering, both with pros and cons...1st OPTION:Doctor + retired woman, both mid-60s, no kids, no pets~ 9x monthly ren...
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Ive bought many foreclosure properties but came across a recent foreclosure that was interesting. It was pending, then came back active on the MLS. My realtor sent me the survey of the property that the potential b...
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The 30 year average for California Real Estate is 9%. I know you don't know, but if you had to guess...what percent would you use for CA for the next 10 years? next 20 years? next 30 years?
Some initial thoughts...
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