John H.
REO Agent submitted other offer after bank accepted mine
I made an offer on a property listed on MLS through a realtor. The realtor called 2 days later and said the offer was accepted. I told the Realtor I was out of town until late friday, and she said I could get the P&...
Sam Chicquen
Investing In Texas? Good Or Bad?!
Hey, everyone! How's it going? I've been doing some research, and I'm really interested in the multifamily real estate market in Texas. The thing is, I don't live there, and I'm eager to start my investing journey in ...
Edita D.
Repairs exceed tenant's deposit
Hey Guys!It seems our tenant kept unauthorized dogs at our property, and there are extensive pet damages to the house (flooring, fence). We think the repairs will SIGNIFICANTLY exceed tenant's deposit. Of course, we w...
Kheri Mourad
Can't stop thinking about rental properties
So I'm at this new job today, and everything is being thrown at me. 401k saving, dental, vision etc... Anyways throughout the 8 hrs shift I could not focus on the task at hand but rather having rental properties. I fe...
Daniel Harris
Bay Area, CA Newbie ready to open new doors of opportunity
Good evening BP, Happy 4th!After browsing BP forums, reading blogs and listening to podcasts for a few months now I have finally decided to jump into the forums and introduce myself. I am a home owner here in Bay Area...
Account Closed
Advice needed on funding.
Hello, I am trying to break into the real estate rental business however funding is my road block right now. I have a plan to buy cheaper housing around Cleveland, OH and doing modest rehabs. I want to provide afford...
James Coleman
House Hacking question
Hello, im new on bigger pockets and interested in using the house hacking strategy to break into real estate investing. What percentage of monthly mortgage payment needs to be covered to be a smart move?
Lauren Samford
Should I sell or rent out my property? Need serious advice!
I bought my house 5 years ago with the intent to live in it for a few years and then turn it into an STR. Unfortunately, recent regulations have made it so that I can no longer STR in my neighborhood. I have about $25...
Jamie Larson
1% Rule
Hi!First Post on Bigger Pockets: I've heard about the 1% rule of charging 1% of the property's purchase price for monthly rent. I've even heard about the rule being called a 2% rule. I'm just getting started in re...
Dan Johnson
A Brainteaser, if you're up for the Challenge!
I have a tough situation, and could use some guidance from those more experienced in creatively financing deals:
I'm very new to real estate and trying to get started out with creativity over capital. I got an offer...