For a house built in 1993. It is forced air central heating and cooling powered by gas. The water heater, furnace, and heat pump are original. So it is time to replace everything? What about the roof? What is the typi...

I currently live in San Diego and although it may not be impossible to start out investing here, it is more difficult than a lot of places for various reasons. I have considered moving out of state for quite some time...

I have 12 units across 5 buildings.  One is in year 2, all the rest are still in year 1.  On paper, all the buildings required some rehab because they were purchased below market.  So it's pretty much a given that yea...

Hey there! I need help!I'm a first time buyer (Nashville, TN) looking at financing and wanted to get some unbiased input! I've got about 12k in reserves, good credit, and a steady job. I'm getting ready to do my firs...

Do you buy a property based solely on numbers or does the location play a part ... even if the numbers are good.

I found a duplex in an undesirable community that I never even thought about. I really don't want to bu...

Ok let's say owner is selling house sat 90k, and owes 85k on it. What do you base it on whether it is a good deal or not? If they owe less than the house is worth or owe significantly less? What should I know exactly...

Hi BP, I'm seeking some advice on finding a good lender. I'm just getting started and it seems like lenders won't give me the time of day unless I do a loan app first. I want someone who will answer all of my question...

Ok, I have made another offer on another property through a realtor. I was told how to use a realtor for making offers (simply put that buyer pays all closing costs and realtor commissions)

The home needs repairs a...

Hi Everyone, Happy Holidays! Its been a while since I posted and now that we are all in the holiday spirit/season, I figured now would be the appropriate time to ask this question!I was wondering what is your policy o...

Well I had the mindset on buying my first single family home and living in it with the intention of renting it out to tenants in the future. But after hearing the advice of the people here I have changed that mindset...