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The recent default of Houston apartment-building investor, Applesway Investment Group, has raised concerns about the impact of rising interest rates on real estate investments. The company borrowed nearly $230 million...
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For my first purchase, I will be house hacking in a multifamily property. The examples below just happen to be in PA where I have never lived. The questions apply to any property no matter the State. When I return to ...
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Hi Everyone, I would like to increase rent but have a tenant that is telling my property manager that they are on fixed income and cannot afford higher rent. The unit is rented under market value and I am only asking...
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Since they instituted a clause in their approval letter that says they will rescind the short sale transaction if the property is resold within 30 days . This is provision # 10 in their short sale approvals which is p...
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Hello, I was curious who on here is working towards their first deal, and what kinds of hurdles they are personally experiencing in getting there.
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We own income properties in Southern CA. We have a condo that only cash flows about $300 per month. It has about 500k in equity. I'm trying to decide if we should sell it and move the money out of state to make a b...
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I bought my first investment property the old-fashioned way - with a deal found on the MLS with the help of a real estate broker. We hear stories all the time, however, of users that find their deals far more creative...
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I feel silly asking this question, but my wife and I have been struggling to compare our investment options. Obviously, BP forums/podcasts/blogs/etc. indicate that real estate is a good way to go. It sounds like a 15%...
Hi Everyone. I wanted to see what your experience has been with spending a little more on rehab and has that helped to reduce your tenant turnover? Maybe improving kitchen cabinets, countertops and replacing vanities....
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I was wondering how you go about making your offers. What I mean is, when you first go out to see a home, do you make an offer on the spot? Or do you go home and think about it and call them back with an offer?
Do y...