Is it considered standard to include all closing costs, capital outlays (for repairs, improvements, etc), and loan origination fees in addition to the sales price when calculating cap rates?I know that generally, when...

For a first time real estate rental investor, is it a good idea to pull out equity from your primary residence in the form of a refinance, HELOC, or home equity loan based on today's current rates to fund your first p...

Below is the story of Jordan Lindsays investment details of his 2nd HH purchase. Closed in November of 2022. Way to crush it Jordan!Investment Info:
Single Family Home with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths and 2,700 sq ft in...

Hello everyone! I have a quick question I’m curious what everyone thinks. With my rentals I set aside 5% for vacancy, $100 for maintenance, and $50 for property management (I self manage, but this is just to cover my...

Hey Canadians on BP!

Are there any investors in Kelowna, BC that would be interested in attending a meet-up? Comment below and we can set something up in the coming months.

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Hi Folks,I just wanted to take a minute and introduce myself. My name is Laura and I currently live in Eureka, Ca, but am working on moving back to the Springfield area this summer. I have been a lurker on BP for the ...

I was wondering if anyone has replaced polybutylene pipes recently in the Raleigh area.  I'm trying to get a ballpark of what it might cost for an approximately 1500 sq ft house with 2 baths.   Also, if you are renova...

I am fairly new to Biggerpockets but I have been reading books, listening to webinars, podcasts, and following the forums. I just cant really grasp the idea of the 2% rule and why its even called a rule. I understand ...

I want to share what I believe is a powerful commentary from Peter Giardini about not only the impact of government intervention on the landlord business, but also the perception of landlords as big bad evil rich peop...

I have been looking at Burbank/Pasadena/Glendale, and find some of the MFH so temping...For a budget of $2M ish, there are quite some good choices... At least comparing to Bay Area....For example, 5 unit non-rent cont...