I am looking at doing my first commercial real estate deal and I'm wondering if it is common to put a risk factor, based on vacancies, when evaluating the purchase price. In other words, the shopping center I am looki...

Hi All,I recently closed my first deal. I used an attorney to draft up my purchase and sales agreement and then again to hold my deposit in escrow. I just received his bill and he's charging me for a "Title Search". I...

For the tax wizards on the forum...For the moment suspend any sense of rationality and assume that there is a gov-mint mandate on startups that require them to do audited financial statements.  They really don't have ...

Hello BP community! Wanted to post this deal on here to see everyone's thoughts and if they would proceed.The building consists of 13,000 square feet. It has a large commercial restarant space, 9 apartments (1-2 BD), ...

I found a HUD home in NJ open for owner occupants bid. Realtor broker for me submitted bid and was accepted by HUD. Wrote check to realtor company, signed all papers. Asking for 20day close.  Realtor broker just calle...

Hi allI have listed for sale over 150 short sales, and closed about 80% of them.  After years of selling my hard fought listing to private investors all over the world I saw the light and became a investor myself.  My...

I have thought a new service which could offer landlords cash to spread the cost of big ticket expenses over 10months. You think there is any mileage there??? Or do you think kost contractors spread the cost anyway -s...

I am looking for some advice for a close friend and client. He got into a deal with a hard money lender and was able to complete the house build and is waiting for the house to sell. The hard money lender is threateni...

Hey Bigger Pockets Friends. I am moving to Milwaukee and have 30,000$ to invest and am looking to buy my first property. I am Just out of college, will be making salary and have no debt. Any good plays? Or anyone in t...

Today is close day for one of my purchases in NC.  However, despite I completed everything needed from the buyer end (all the money is with closing agent, etc.), seller is refusing to sign final documents and close th...