Scott W.
should I keep or sell?
my wife moved in with me after we got married 4 years ago. She had a condo she put 3.5% down in 2004. we have managed to raise the rent $25/month each year to now being $975. our PITI (including $90 in PMI) + associat...
Ron King
65-70% of ARV
Hello, Why 65% or 70% of ARV? What is factored in that %, because repairs are factored in after you take 70% from the ARV?So if i offer a seller 70% of ARV and they ask why 70% what do I tell them? "Because its rule o...
Jennifer Matsumoto
College Rental- Tips and Advise Needed
I am looking into purchasing a SFR very close to a University in Orange County. Since the college students value their own bedroom, having a laundry room, and ample parking.. they are willing to pay higher rents than ...
Jarod Forsha
What would you do in my situation?
Hello out there!I've lived in my primary residence in Reynoldsburg, OH since 2015, house is almost paid off (just a few grand left). Looking to put the equity (guessing at least $300K, we've replaced most everything i...
Kelly Lane
House hacking into real estate
Hello BP new to the forms and new to RE investing. I've been debating on house hacking into homes because prices of homes are just so pricey. My question is ,is house hacking dead and to live rent free no longer exis...
Travis Gutting
What is the best method for finding properties?
I am new to property investment and am currently looking into getting my first property. I have been looking on the MLS for a while now and have not had any luck. What are the best methods for finding potential proper...
Matt R.
Where do landlords actually make the most money (profits) ?
There is so much misinformation on this site it is crazy.Here are the facts; For total profits, cash flow plus equity since 2009 the top 3 locations are San Francisco, San Jose and LA.Since 2000, that is LA, SF and Sa...
Adam Steinebach
Private Money vs. Hard Money
Alright, so this is my situation:
I have a team of contractors that are ready to roll as soon as possible. I've got a project manager in place (because I can only dedicate part time hours to the actual rehabbing p...
John Timmerman
What to pay for existing, cash-flowing properties?
I'm in Syracuse, NY and have a portfolio of properties I'd like to buy. Market value for all 3 properties (1 single, 1 duplex, and a 5-unit) is about $400k; net cash flow is about $60k a year, and seller is asking $82...
Michael Newman
What are the best and worst Chicago south side sub markets?
Hello all, Hoping to get some first-hand knowledge and/or opinions on the best southside Chicago sub markets for apartment building investments. I've heard that Woodlawn, Bronzeville, and Jackson Park highlands are ...