I have a unit listed for rent in Chicago and I've received several highly suspect or fraudulent applications. Evidence indicating fraudulent applications includes:
-mailing addresses that don't match applicant's empl...

It’s been some time since my last conversation starter and a lot has transpired since then. Below is an update to assist investors on whether Cleveland’s low priced multi-family market is compatible with both their pe...

Hey BP Community!
I’m currently on the hunt for my first investment property in Colorado, and I wanted to share my experience and hear from anyone who's been navigating the same market. Initially, my goal was to secu...

Hi all, I'm looking to invest in this area because it's close enough to where I live (Orange County).  My mortgage broker is telling me this is an up and coming area that is low risk, high reward potential.  After vis...

Hi Everyone, the last one month has been the most stressful in my life as I have to deal with a problematic tenant. These people were not on time when it comes to paying rent and have several thousand dollars due incl...

BTW this is my first post!I am 22 and have been saving up for my first property, I currently have 23k saved in cash and I am saving $2800 a month that I am adding to that total. I want to buy a single family property ...

Hi all, just joined Bigger Pockets and I'm excited to connect with all of you! I'm working in the tech industry in Seattle and I'm trying to start doing out-of-state BRRRR, as Seattle is too expensive to start with.Th...

I close on my 1st residential single family property on July 6. I'm currently setting up rehab resources but I'd like to get some advise on when I should start looking for refinance options? now? After the close? Afte...

The Long Beach Police have not been able to help with this situation, so I figured I would reach out to see if the BP community could offer some advice for a huge pain I have been dealing with for over 3 years.Here is...

Hi. I've been lurking for a while, educating myself on real estate investing, and just want to get a little confirmation that the numbers I'm seeing make sense. My goal is to invest in cash-flowing properties in the S...