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Hi everyone!My name is Kris Toribio. A little background information on me - I'm currently living in Skokie, IL. I'm a full-time graduate student at DePaul University pursuing my doctorate degree as a Certified Regist...
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In the Ultimate Beginner’s Guide, they talk about the 50% rule. Half of all expenses come from mortgage and you should budget the same amount for repairs, maintenance, taxes, etc. I have not bought my first property y...
First post from a very longtime lurker. Will try and keep it short and sweet... looking for advice for anyone who can offer!I bought my first condo this past january (8 months ago). It is a 2 bed 1 bath + office apart...
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Hi everybody,I decided to make the big first step and engage on BiggerPockets. My name is Ian Livaich. I am 25 years old, a graduate of Rutgers University in New Brunswick (Go Knights!), and am a third-year law stud...
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Hello BP,My partner and I, are currently taking our first steps in real estate investments. We live in NYC but will be investing in both Charlotte, NC and Rock Hill, SC. I have family living in both areas who have hel...
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Hey guys, I wanted to know is there any websites or ways I can practice running numbers on homes. I ask because right now I go online and just pick a home off zillo ect and then play with the bp tool calculators but i...
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16 (2/2) and 8 (1/1) units. I'm very familiar with the areaFrom P and LGross income: $145,000Gross expense: $53,000NOI: $92,000Asking $1,000,000Weird expenses are $0 for landscaping and $90 monthly for electric. That ...
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Hey everyone,I came across a deal that i can fully afford out right and all i have to do is write a check. I feel as though going into a 15 or 30 year fixed just will cost me more in the long run. Would i be wise to c...
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Hi all,My name is Dan, I've checked out this forum in the past, but I've never really been a member of it. I currently live on the New Hampshire seacoast, but my fiancee and I are looking to purchase a 2-4 unit house...
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Hey People,I met this guy that wants to get rid of his property (for what he owes) and i'm a little lost on how to structure this deal. I just bought a multi (2) family myself last year July so i'm very cash poor but ...