After speaking with a few other BP members, I’ve noticed that a lot of people have the same question. Since it’s on everyone’s mind (and it probably always is since we’re in RE), I thought it’d be a good idea to share...

I just went to a website to apply for pre approval and they require 15% of the loan amount in the account, is that the norm now?  Back in the day it didn't require this but it has been several years so I figure I woul...

Hello, I’ve been quickly becoming more and more interested in investing in rental properties, but I’m not sure if I’m ready to start or not. I’m 22 years old, Sgt in the Marine Corps, married, currently single income ...

I am looking at 2 different MFH in my area to purchase for my first investment property.  But I'm having trouble with the huge discrepancy in rent prices to judge them on. The first is a triplex which Rentometer says ...

Hi BP! I called several hard money lenders a few months ago and they all said they would lend 80% LTV but that their LTV is based on purchase price. Listening to BP podcasts and reading Brandon Turner’s book on invest...

Hello, my name is Joe and I'm based in Chicago, IL. My goal is to start to buy rental properties so I'm able to take a step back from my day job. I'm still working out what will be the best route for me either small m...

Welcome to A Skeptical Dude’s Take on Real Estate: a frank, hopefully insightful, dive into real estate and financial markets, from one real estate investor to another. Coming at you live from Nashville, TN. Intereste...

looking at having to roll over a 401k as its been time. I was looking more into using rolling it into a check book control SEP.  Does anyone have any experience investing in this manner that can provide any pointers?

I live in CA and so far have only owned rentals in CA. I am looking to invest in small multi-family properties out of state (WI and/or IL), 50/50 with a partner, for better returns, and am curious how others in CA are...

Hello BP family, 
I've finally finished my granny flat here in San Diego, Ca. and have a tenant in it at this time. 
I'm now planning on adding a couple of bedrooms and a couple of bathrooms to my primary home and a...