So I tried searching on BP but I can't seem to find this information. I am curious to know on what are your steps when rehabbing a property. Like what do you take care first. Do you start doing the kitchen or bathroom...

I just had a new tenant move in (2b/2ba townhome, modest quality). They were far and above the best candidates but are only signed for 1 year as they just moved to my area for school and they want to maintain some fle...

Hello BiggerPockets friends,I have my first duplex deal locked down. However just finished the house inspection and the inspector tells me everything is solid with both units, except the furnace and AC. They are both ...

Looks like I'm about to pick up my first buy-and-hold investment house! Yay!It's got a large 18' x 21', 378sf covered area in the back, currently bare earth, which basically serves as a steady source of readily-availa...

Hello All, just introducing myself to the community as I am brand new to real estate investing and live outside of Chicago in the Suburbs!  I worked previously in IT Quality Assurance for 16+ years in the Financial Se...

Hello all, we are so excited to close on our first StR/ MTR that will be a complete gut job. The property is a 3/2, in a great family friendly area and very close to a commuter college. It’s in very bad condition righ...

Hello BP!So I’m getting pre foreclosure leads through property radar. I’m going out door knocking to talk to homeowners. My question is, how do I approach homeowners that don’t know me and how do I start that conversa...

Hi,I will be going live with my STR rental in the next few months and was hoping to get your recommendations on smart technology. Currently, I'm considering the following:- Smart Locks: August- Noise monitoring: Noise...

Hi,Just a general question here. Would adding a backyard pod with AC, no bathroom, add value to your home?We are considering buying a $1.25 million home in Austin tx to live in. We will likely be in the home at least ...

Hi there! I'm from Colorado. My wife & I are headed to Idaho in August. We are going to make our trip part business, part vacation. What areas are great for work/life as a young family, we will potentially move th...