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Hi BP folks:So, the definition of the term "path of progress" is the direction in which an emerging market’s growth is occurring - because progress/growth is occurring in these areas, demand increases, rents rise and...
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I bought a non performing note in Kansas City. It is an institutional note that was originated in 11/2006. Next payment due was 1/2007. This was an investment property. I believe the borrower cashed out the propert...
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I placed 3 offers in the last month in California, one of them over asking price. Lost all 3 to cash buyers. I'm offering 20-25% down and have an excellent crredit rating. What's a body to do?
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Hello and great evening BP Community from the Great State of Arizona!
Here’s an update on the journey to purchase a property to house hack.
I was looking for properties and working with agents to purchase a property...
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Curious if anyone has tried getting a refinance lately. Interested if anyone is getting any good quotes below 3.5% and who through.
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Im newbie in real estate investing. I’m living in Bay Area where finding deals that generate cashflow is impossible. Any advice where to invest?
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Hello to all. I wanted to know how you all specifically pre-screen sellers? How do you decide to make or not make an appointment to meet? What do you need to hear from them to know they are motivated? I would apprecia...
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I read a post on linkedIn from @Travis Watt, a fellow BP member, that posed the question, "Would you rather have 10k a month in passive income or $1,000,000? I thought it was a great question and I think it merits a ...
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