So I'm wondering what people think about volunteering with Habitat for Humanity to learn about rehab and associated costs.  I'm in the process of building my capital base to take the offense and in the meantime I'm lo...

I've been learning as much as I can (books, podcasts, webinars, joined local chapters, etc.). I'd like to gain some additional insight/experience by volunteering my time and working with anyone in the greater San Dieg...

Hello BP,I'm a 1st time landlord. I am in the process of renting out my current SFH. I will be moving to my new house in a few days about 45 minutes away. I have in a fairly tight knit neighborhood, and one of the pre...

This was sent to me by the realtor who finds tenants for me.  "Will you ask the owner if I can have laminate wood flooring installed on the living areas Living room dining room stairs and upstairs hall. This carpet is...

I wanted to get started into house flipping however I want to do part of the work myself. The thing is, I don't know anything about constructing a house and that goes for building a wall, laying tile, etc. How can I g...

Earlier today, a landlord here in Louisville was killed during a dispute over a $60 utility bill.  I wrote about this as well as a few steps you can take to avoid this situation on my BP blog.  Please read and add any...

Hey BP,I’m a rookie investor. After growing up around real estate, I began my own investing education in February of this year. I attended a 3 day workshop here in Austin and was instantly hooked. I’ve been listening ...

They're happy to spend $1T to capture a guy who had nothing to do with 9/11, but won't approve $7B to help those who risked their lives during the attacks:

http://www.cnn.com/2010/POLITICS/12/09/senate.9.11.responder...

* Disclaimer: This post may belong in Real Estate Development *My family home is in a rural southern town that is depressed but sleepy - not too many crime or drug issues.My “vision board” plan is to renovate my famil...

Has anyone ever heard of this NACA (Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America). They claim to offer 3.75 30yr and 3.0 15yr mortgages with no money down + no closing costs. Anyone know if this is for real?