I am still fairly new to the retail business.  I have built and sold a 10,000 sq. ft. building in the past.  I currently have 8700 sq ft divided into 4 stores.  I bought this as a value add that was half empty and onl...

Hi Canada -ians, what are you up to at this time? Over the past few months we've seen many new investors join on BP, and I'm curious about everyone's progress. In the intro post everyone says what niche they're pick...

Hi BiggerPockets! I'm a newbie and am interested in learning more about out of state investing - specifically in Milwaukee. I currently live in Utah and the prices generally seem way too high to find anything that cou...

Well, I almost fell for it!  A couple of weeks ago, I heard Larry Goins speaking on another guru's podcast about HUD homes.  I checked out Larry's HUD website and ordered the Free book with several "bonuses'" A few da...

Let's assume I've found a motivated seller.  This person responds to a letter: they call, we chat about their motivation for selling, I ask about the property details (address, equity percent, condition, etc.), and I ...

So I got a potential deal that works because the owner is willing to seller financing.  The property is located in Springfield, Missouri.  I was originally approaching the deal as a straight cash deal and I would whol...

Do all non-performing notes have to be boarded with a servicer BEFORE they are worked out?  The non-performing notes have some of the highest monthly fees. (usually around $30/month)  For non-performing loans which ma...

i’m currently 17 years old and going into my senior year of high school. most people are probably wondering what i’m doing on here. my dream is to invest in cash flowing commercial real estate. but i’m not sure how to...

Hello,Curious is you would pick up a C class property with a 3% return, roughly?Purchase price 25,000 + $750 closing costs.  2 bedroom with large landing upstairs.  Add one wall and a door, and it's a 3 bedroom.  Clos...

For those who find their own tenants, maybe particularly for low income units, do you include any lifestyle questions in the application or screening process? For example, info on whether they own a lawnmower, how th...