Richard Warren
Are oil markets experiencing a bubble?
Here is an interesting article that compares the current climb of oil prices into the stratosphere with the recent housing bubble. The theory is that the oil market is as unsustainable as the housing market was. I hop...
Philip LaRoche
New to investment properties
All,
I have been watching the housing market for the last few years and it has always been something I have wanted to dive into. I have owned other businesses and I had clients that owned rental property. They gave m...
Account Closed
How does everyone calculate ARV???
Hi Everyone -I've been calculating ARV for quite some time and wanted to get the community's perspective on it. Specifically:If you don't find true comps (similar house with similar beds, bath, SF etc. etc.) do you st...
Jake S.
Theoretical Discussion: Progressive Scaling in Syndications
Hey community,
I'm intrigued by the concept of progressive scaling in real estate syndication investments and wanted to open up a discussion. In theory, when diversifying a substantial investment across multiple synd...
Karen Margrave
LOAN BROKERS - CAN WE PICK YOUR BRAINS? Hard $, Pvt. $, Direct Lenders, etc.
LOAN PROS, often I see on BP questions on Private money, hard money, direct money lenders, etc. Though I'm knowlegable on hard money loans, I know there are many out there that are curious and would appreciate picking...
Jason Grote
Best at Analyzing Comps: A Realtor, Investor, or Appraiser?
I am curious as to what fellow investors think about who is the most qualified to analyze comparable sales. I understand that Realtors and Appraisers are the ones with legitimate access to the MLS, but if you had ...
Lloyd Segal
Economic Update (Monday, March 8, 2021)
Economic Update(Monday, March 8, 2021)
Mortgage rates have been on an upward climb this year, with stronger ...
Jared V.
Aspiring Investor from SF Bay Area, looking to relocate.
Hi folks,I've been a BiggerPockets member for the past year or so as I have been doing a lot of research on REI. As I continue to learn more I figured it is time that I introduced myself and jumped in on all the great...
David Latimor
Multifamily Apartments - Market due for major price correction?
Greetings Forum members,This is my first post but I've been reading biggerpockets for years now and have enjoyed the insight of many members who have contributed. Thank you all!Recently, I have been searching for inve...
Damien Hall
Refinish hardwood floors vs install laminate
I want to know which is cheaper... to refinish old hardwood floors or to install laminate flooring. The hardwood floors in the property is in so so condition, no cracks, but it is uneven in some places though. Woul...