Shiloh Lundahl
Millionaire - RICH or Middle Class?
I have had a interesting discovery recently. At the end of last year, I was finishing updating my financials and I realized that my networth had reached over 1 million dollars. That had been one of my financial goals ...
Aaron T.
What percent are you using for maintenance, vacancy, PM, etc???
I am using the BP rental calc to evaluate properties for potential rental performance. What numbers is everyone using for their expenses?I am using:Vacancy- 6%-8% this gives me one months rent at 8% or just enough to ...
Jacob Knowles
Why isn't everyone buying and renting mobile homes? what am I missing?
If you missed my other post. I am new and will probably have a few questions while I am studying and analyzing deals the next few days. One question I have right now is whats the down side to buying mobile homes for b...
David Song
Why to avoid < 50 k properties
If a house sells 50 k and rent for 1000, it meets 2% rule. But actually I think it is not necessarily a good investment.
Assuming SFR, 1500 sf, 3 be 2 ba, in small Midwest town. Move on ready. 30 years old. No renov...
Kevin H.
Crypto has better growth and passive income over real estate?
Honest question, why lockup your money in real estate when over the past decade crypto (bitcoin) has better returns and you can now earn passive income and are much more liquid than buying a home? I am moving more an...
Kim Durst
General: Do you rent or own the home you currently live in?
Curious question. Wondering what the thoughts are out there about investors who are also renters. Anyone? We're looking at going back to renting yet, wish to continue on our investing ventures.
Ryan Hazelwood
Age, how many rentals, and type of rentals?
I’ll start. I’m 38 and I own 0 properties. I am reading all I can on REI with the goal to buy my first property within the next year. I’d love to be inspired by some of you and your journey. I’d like to know your ...
Nick Colvill
Buying multiple properties in year 1 - can I keep this up?
Jumping in to real estate was a well-calculated move. I live in San Jose, and this market is notorious for making people lose faith in their ability to purchase. I bought my primary residence in May of 2017 - a brand ...
Porter Rappleye
Why is REI better than investing in the stock market?
Hello Everyone!
I'm trying to convince my finance/MBA friend why REI is a better business decision than investing in the stock market and I'm not sure he's convinced. What is the best article on BP you've re...
Cory J Thornton
Is the need for affordable housing creating new markets?
I have been thinking through housing, affordability, and the effect on what until the last few years have been dead markets. Any home with a decent commute to a decent market is not affordable.
Over the last few yea...