A SFR is selling for $315k that a person plans on purchasing as an investment property. The individual is required to make an investment down payment of $63k (20%). Additional expenses include: $600 yearly insurance, ...

Long time reader first time poster. Amazing community!I think I've hit analysis paralysis stage with 1 property in my rental portfolio and would appreciate some financial advice, specifically - based on the numbers, d...

I have a rental that is free and clear. Which I have had it for 2 years recently moved out and put a renter in. Now that I’m receiving cash flow from it would it be smart to get a equIty loan or equity lIne to buy an...

Hi BP People,I'm a Californian with a background in finance(stocks) who just recently caught the REI bug.  I was analyzing my positions a few weeks ago when I realized I should probably start investing in real estate....

What an amazing community!  I'm an early retiree from the technology industry starting to dabble in real estate north of Boston.  I'm not super wealthy, but I do have some spoils of the trade to play with.I live in Ma...

While reading the Ultimate Beginners Guide I was introduced to the 50% Rule and the 70% Rule, and the 1% Rule I have heard was bumped up to 2%. I like the 70% Rule as a good guide to make sure you are getting a good d...

Hi,A few years ago I purchased a 7 unit building with seller carrying the mortgage with 2% interest for 3 years that ends with a balloon The price was $310,000 and I put down $30,000. I made a mistake of not getting a...

Hi again everyone!I'm putting together an offer in a slow market.  I'd like to offer 20% less than asking, but I don't want to be so low that I won't be taken seriously.  I'd take it for more than that, but I know tha...

Hey all,I'm trying to figure out if there are any advantages to using IRR instead of MIRR in an investment analysis. From what I can find it seems like there isn't, but I haven't found any sources definitively making ...

I'm new to bigger pockets but am loving the wealth of information here.  I'm at a turning point in my life right now where I have an opportunity to really set myself up for financial success long term.  I currently li...