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Hey E WA investors! I grew up in Spokane Valley and moved to Seattle 15yrs ago. I'm actively researching the Spokane market as the cash flow looks like it could be much more favorable; Seattle is out of control righ...
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It's true: you really don't need a real estate license to be a successful investor. Most people reading this already know that.BUT…There are five main reasons—and valuable ones, at that—for taking the exam and getting...
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Hi BP Community,
I am currently looking into a 19-unit apartment complex in Chicago and after speaking with other investors, the term "preferred return" kept popping up. Can someone provide a simple example as to how...
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Hi all,I have been in a hard spot for a while now trying to determine if investing out of state in cash flowing rentals is too risky versus saving up for a home nearby me in pricey California. Some background info: I ...
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Hey guys, I hate saying im a "newbie" but thats the truth. Couple general questions I have is where can i get the wholesaling contracts and obvisously before i use them i must have an attorney check them over. Im pr...
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Im looking to buy multi family properties in TN. Apart from Nashville and Murfreesboro - what are the other good markets? Ive narrowed it down to 10 markets but wanted to speak to anyone in these markets that doing an...
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Real estate investing is one of the best ways to diversify a portfolio and make a little side cash. It’s one of the most stable markets there is, and you can leverage others’ money to make it happen.
According to CNN...
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Does anyone in the bigger pockets community have personal experience with a Whole Life Insurance policy or Wealth Maximization Account to help build their wealth and real-estate portfolio.
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At least once a week, I got a message on here from an investor looking to buy a condo or townhome to use as a short term rental for AirBnb in the Phoenix Metro Area or Flagstaff.Having discussed the pros and cons with...