Edita D.
Why such high vacancy rates in Pittsburgh?
Hey guys! I am researching Pittsburgh's economy and housing situation to better understand where the region is headed.I found out that Pittsburgh has high vacancy rates. I wonder why that is... Is it the oversupply of...
Robert Johnson
How to estimate the gross potential revenue of a STR?
I've read "Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth" and the direction is to use STR-specific data companies such as AirDna, but to focus more on the aggregate area data instead of individual property data. The other thing...
Ernie Beiler
Who pays utilities in rental units?
I am in my first year of real estate and have wholesaled 1 property & recently finished a fix & flip project that is scheduled to close next week. I recently bought half a duplex and am considering keeping thi...
Prenn Tran
Interior Staircase to Basement vs. New kitchen
Hey Guys and Gals. I've been following the biggerpockets' forums for a while and have just purchased a duplex. I plan to write up my new member story soon, but in the mean time, I need some help with renovation deci...
Peter Aziz
Problem with the 50% Rule
Hello, BP! I hope everybody's doing well around here. In thinking through the 50% Rule, and modeling it out in my spreadsheets, I am finding myself very uncomfortable using it. Here is the hurdle that I'm mentally up ...
Spencer McNeil
New to investing College town questions.
Ok I'm brand new to the scene of real estate and I live in a college town. A lot of the homes close to the university are old and outdated but the area is low crime and very accessible. Does anyone know if it would be...
Account Closed
Need advice coordinating a complicated deal.
This deal is out of my comfort zone. Because It has great potential I am willing to attempt it if I get a solid strategy in place. I live in Ohio. I do plan to consult my attorney tomorrow but would like input / gu...
Julian Allen
How Finicky are Investors?
When it comes to areas/zip codes to invest in, how picky are most investors especially the fix and flip investors? Is it all about the zip code or all about the returns? I have had a property under contract in Baltimo...
Kyle Scholnick
Trouble getting loan on commission salary
I am on commission in my job, and although I do well, banks have been turning me down for loans because I don't have a commission history of at least 2 years. Prior to 5 months ago I was all salary. So based on this I...
Alan Gordon
Marketing for motivated sellers.
I am beginning to dig in more into wholesaling. I was wondering what are the best ways to market to find motivated sellers? Any suggestions would help. Thanks :)