Benjamin Blackburn
Are there guidelines to choosing Lenders, Bankers or Mortgage Brokers?
Hello BP,I'm wondering if there are any guidelines to go by when choosing the lender? Are there certain questions I should be asking? Obvious red flags? What am I looking for?I've been looking into FHA loans since ...
Bryce Renicker
Terminated contract due to inspection report
Hey BP community,Just looking for a little insight / encouragement after my first deal fell through. Im in Chicago, looking to purchase a 2 flat in the Pilsen area. I had a 2 flat under contract at 360K with a 3.5% do...
Jason Merchey
Cap Rate Compression Big Time??
I received an investor summary from a very reputable, perhaps "slightly conservative" operator in the MF space. In this offering, the "average annual return" is 10%. They don't calc IRRs, but frankly, with a 1.7x equi...
Paul Dashevsky
ADU & Garage Conversion in Los Angeles - for investors
I just wrote a blog about the financial metrics/returns of building ADUs in Los Angeles & Southern California...thought I would share some of my findings:
The cost of an ADU will depend on a few factors including...
Kameron L Heiser
Financal advice for a new investor
Hello
I am a new investor and there is a triplex for sale in my area and I do not have the funds to pay for it. I do not think I can pass this one up and I am curious about hard money and what I can do to make this ...
Matt Heerwald
Investing in San Antonio rentals
Hi, we live in Austin and have one rental here, and will turn our current home into a rental soon, but the market here is pretty high and we have been doing research into the San Antonio market. Homes are cheap and t...
Jeff Mann
Beginner Investor in Dallas,Tx! Advice Needed! Mentor wanted!
Hey everyone,My name is Jeff Mann and I was born and raised in Dallas, Tx. I just finished my enlistment with United States Air Force, living in Colorado for the past 4 years, and now ready to start my journey in Real...
Chris HartNova
Considering a Vacation Rental in the Outer Banks, NC
I am new to Bigger Pockets and real estate investing. Considering a vacation rental purchase in the Outer Banks, NC and have lots of questions.Any thoughts on the area and if it is worth while to consider it for a va...
Dave Kuether
Lease strategies regarding appliances and pools
2 questions for everyone: how do you manage your appliances in the home like refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers, etc? Do you have language in your lease to help hold the tenant accountable? Do home warranties act...
Billy Joseph
Questions for Lenders
Hi Guys,I'm starting my vetting process of various mortgage lenders in my area. I have compiled a nice list of questions based on the article 7 Questions Real Estate Investors Should Ask When Selecting a Lender. Can y...