Hey folks. We bought a lot in Gatlinburg a few months ago and would like to begin interviewing home builders and possibly architects. I’ve read through the forum, but am looking for more recent feedback than what I ...
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Hello folks,I'm an OOS investor looking at a rental in the Maplewood area. The property is in the vicinity of E. Pine and N. Sheridan Rd . What's your take on this area? Is there a lot of crime? Is this the hood? O...
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The hardest part of real estate for me is finding and locking in deals. I've managed to get one property but it took me months of trying and being rejected. The market is so competitive. Its near impossible to find de...
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Hi, newbie here living out of state. Last year we bought fully refurbed older 3/3 single family cape in Brookhaven for little over $300k, paid cash. It is great location and nice layout 1,400 sq ft. We live out of st...
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I just returned from Fort Worth yesterday and I have to say I'm very impressed with the area. I went all over town and visited several neighborhoods. My wife and I decided to buy in the Keller area. One thing I can sa...
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I recently sold my house in Toronto where real estate values are outrageous. After doing the math, I figured out that I would get a better return on my money by renting here and investing in a market that offered more...
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Hi Indy BP folks,
I bought a cute lil SFR in the midst of quarantine & am house hacking just north of downtown Indy, by the Monon. I've been "jogging for deals" and found a promising very distressed property near...
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Hey folks,I know how to locate properties with tax liens using the county websites but is there a way to identify which properties are going to be entering the foreclosure process so I can contact the owners beforehan...
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I was wondering if folks could describe how they manage the cash they keep on their PFS. My general approach over the years has been to keep about 10% of my long-term liabilities in cash, but as my portfolio grows I ...
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I am curious how appreciation affects college rental property vs. SFH. Does a house that is in an area traditionally rented to college students appreciate at the same rate as SFH in the same town?I am analyzing a hou...