Nikesh Patel
Starting out, spouse with high income/safety net
So I have a job I don’t love. Want all of the things that real estate investing would offer in my life and most importantly want to be my own boss. I know I might work harder but at the end of the day it will be on my...
Eric Fernwood
What’s keeping people from pulling the trigger?
I think fear is what keeps many people from starting. I'm in the process of creating a guide to help people better overcome their fears. Below are what I think are the most common fears.
Don’t know where to start...
Masud Khan
Out of State for 1st Deal- Alabama or Ohio?
I’m evaluating my first deal and staying local (Washington DC) means high prices and low rents. I would tie up most most of my initial investment cash in a property that barely generates cash flow from what I see her...
Micah Ng
Torontonians who can't afford to invest here, where do you go?
What title said.I can't afford anything here. I'm looking at other cities nearby that may be more affordable.Any other Toronto-based investors who invest elsewhere? Where do you invest?
Barbara L Dainoff
Need advice - I bought a bad flip
Maybe not the best place to ask for advice - I bought a home in N Central MA advertised as totally renovated, a pristine revival. Among other attributes was a new roof and new high efficiency HVAC. What I've learned...
John Miller
HUD has Kept My $5,000 EMD
In March of 2012 I attempted to buy a HUD foreclosure house. The house was misrepresented as a 2 bath home and had extensive damage not shown on HUD’s inspection or appraisal. After I had my inspection completed I can...
Jeff Lee
My Newbie Qs
About Me
Hello, everyone! I'm Jeff, a 29 (soon-to-be thirty) year old looking to explore the world of real estate. Specifically, I'm looking to buy, renovate, and rent out property. I have no experience, but I'm ...
Anthony Standard
Self Directed IRA funding
Hello BP Community,I have in a Self-Directed IRA. I'm ready to pull the trigger on purchasing my 1st multi-family property. My question is, when I buy my property and its cash flowing monthly, how do I reap the financ...
Christopher J Woodland
How to estimate rehab costs prior to purchase or offer
So, I am looking at doing my first rehab. Are there any tips for estimating how much the rehab will cost? Would it be frowned upon by the seller to get some contractors out to take a look at it and provide estimates b...
Kyle Kovats
Best and Worst Syndication You've Invested in
I'm hoping to speak about just deals you've invested in since 2018 since most deals between 2012-2017 we're pretty much home runs regardless of the GP's. I've invested in 8 multi-family syndications over the past year...