A big dilemma we are dealing with it gentrification and what it means to us. We want to invest in our own neighborhood for many reasons. We want to be close to our houses. We love it here. We love the mix of middle cl...

“To whom it may concern” is how my letter started out.It was 9 years ago and I had finally, after 10 long months of looking for my first investment property, found a deal. It was a 4 bed, 2 bath house in Duncanville, ...

Let's set the tone straight; most people don't get into the rental business because they like to manage problematic tenants, deal with leaky toilets or attend eviction hearings.Most people follow traditional investmen...

I want to get some feedback on an investment strategy I used in 2003-2005 that I call the "pre-construction flip".  It works like this:Identify high appreciating markets (greater than 12% annual)Identify home builders...

I continue to have arguments with close friends and colleagues about where rates are headed in the next year. And, while it's anyone's guess, I just continue to think that some investors are a little crazy/deluded to ...

I need some help on how to find the right people at the bank and how to present a compelling offer to purchase a NPN. We have done the financial analysis, tracked the foreclosure and bankruptcy processes, spoken with...

Hi. 
I'm new to real estate investing and trying to learn how to get my feet wet and get into this field.
I feel like from everything I read, I am not quite in the position to be as flexible with securing my first i...

Hi All, Wanted to start a discussion on peoples outlook on the real estate market and the economy in general. I know it is a controversial topic but I have not seen many discussions on BiggerPocket on this topic and I...

Over the last week (man how fast the world can change!) I've had clients and fellow investors and agents reach out to ask questions on the market. I share what I know and often learn tidbits from them.
It's been a gr...