So I've scoured BP and the web on self-directed IRAs and have gotten a bunch of useful information. Unfortunately the information I was able to find was mostly on setting one up and general guidelines on how to operat...

I am looking to buy my first rental investment property, and after analyzing the market where I live (Traverse City, MI) for some time, I’m thinking there are other places within an hour or so that may provide more ba...

What are the top reasons apartment syndicators fail? Please provide specific examples of those who have failed. Thank you.

After the interesting discussions going on here at BP, thought I would share a parallel discussion which is ongoing amongst my circle of friends:

During the housing bubble, we were watching. We have some knowledge of...

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I’m a little bit confused about agent commissions and have a few quick questions before I contact any. On the A to B side, if there is no listing agent and I am using a buyers agent to kick deals over to me...

I know historically vacation homes and condos didn't stand up against other investment properties for net income potential. But what about now? Anyone biting on vacation homes? Daily or weekly rentals? What do the...

This past weekend we had two different applications for two different properties that had one thing in common. Both applicants submitted totally fake W-2s. You can’t just rely on automated screenings.  You really need...

I'm located in NY and have been waiting on the sidelines for a few years now educating myself and waiting for the cycle to end.  Now seems like the right time to test the market and make lower offers.  I'm interested ...

What are the best areas to fix & flip in Baltimore? What unique challenges can one expect to face flipping single family homes in Baltimore?

Hi all, I'm Josh. I'm in my late 30's with a job in Aerospace and two young children (4 and 5). My job consumes a lot of my time and if I look up the ladder I can tell it's only going to get worse if I continue to adv...