Kyle Dwyer
What keeps you going?
Don't get me wrong, I am never giving up. However, sometimes this industry gets to me. There are times, dealing with truly just bad people, that makes me wonder why I do this to begin with.I always go back to my "wh...
Chris Bernardo
First post for investor in San Antonio
Hello BP,I'm an aspiring real estate investor living in the San Antonio area. I'm currently a military pilot, transitioning in about 12 months to civilian life. I've been reading the forum and listening to BP podcas...
Kim Hopkins
Mathematical Connection Between Debt Terms & Cash on Cash Return
After over a decade of doing this, I still don't understand how the debt terms directly affect the Cash on Cash return of a deal. For simplicity, define CAP Rate (:= NOI/Purchase Price) and COC (:= Cash Flow/Total Cas...
Rand Knutson
Starting to invest in real estate at 18... Am I crazy?
Hi, I am 18 years old and have around $12000 saved up. I was thinking there must be some way to use the money meaningfully, and then I came across a YouTube video of Robert Kiyosaki's tips from Rich Dad Poor Dad. He s...
Andy Ballester
Credit score confusion (self)
I had just recently applied for a mortgage loan, but had not checked credit score in about 8 mths, however last time I checked score was a 705 on all 3 agencys, after applying I had only checked with experian assum...
Armand Sepulveda
Mortage higher than market rents
I'm very interested in renting out my current primary residence and moving to a different city but the mortgage I have on the property is higher than most of the monthly rents for similar properties in this market. An...
Josh Wyant
First Flip Failed, $1M+ ARV
The flip I worked so hard on for my first time failed, and now the bank is selling it full price without me. I am now 26 years old, >$100k in debt, and my credit is shot.Here's the house:Jamestown House on ZillowAn...
Sebastian P.
Kissimmee / Davenport 5+ bed STR post Covid
Hi all, I'm looking at entering the Short Term Rental Market in Kissimmee / Davenport. I'm just looking for any advice/recommendations/sanity check.Is it a terrible idea to be looking at buying down there right now?I ...
Mahender Bist
Where to form LLC for legal protection - Business in AL, Living in CA
I am an investor starting my real estate journey. I am about to begin purchasing rental properties in Alabama (Birmingham) and rehabbing and renting them. Based on your experience or expertise, will an Alabama State L...
Annalise Kingston
Getting into Real Estate Through Wholesaling in Maine
Hi everyone! I’m new to the real estate world and have a lot of questions. I’ve been looking into wholesaling as a way to start, but even though I’ve read forums and discussions about the steps to start, I feel like I...