What are some ways to prevent break-ins, theft, and vandalism to vacant homes?

Alarm systems? Not keen on doing that (monitored)
for a short term. Lighting?

Someone stole copper out of one of mine this week. I t...

Do most people keep a disaster plan ready to go for any type of natural disasters? Earthquakes, Hurricanes, Tornados... ETC?? How to notify your residents and plan of actions of what to do?

I came across a recorded radio broadcast from two experts on the current strong market and how this may come to an end starting 2015.  The link is below and find the audio track with the title "Is Houston in a Real Es...

i know the general rule is if you receive benefit from the IRA that's a taxable distribution, but what if you are paying the IRA fair market value?

essentailly i'd be paying rent to my future self...

Good afternoon all,

I've got several lists I'm trying to develop letters for. 1. Absentees 2. Expireds 3. Pre-foreclosures

I've found my deals on my own thus far, and have since saved up some marketing money for han...

What is your honest opinion on eXp Realty? If it’s bad, why do you think is bad? Has anybody try the brokerage and then leave because it didn’t was as expected? If it’s a bad idea to join eXp, which one should I join ...

Hi All!

New to BiggerPockets. New to Real Estate Investing as well.

Currently am a 25 year old in capital equipment medical device sales. (Save at least 30% of salary yearly) 15% of salary goes to Stocks, 15% ...

Hello, I am new on BiggerPockets and excited to get your feedback.
I finishing my basement to one bath, one bed, and a living room with kitchenette, that leads into a deck and shares my mountain view.
I am sure I ca...

Are you waiting to see what the RE market does before you hop in and start investing?
This is an objection I hear frequently right now from would-be investors.
There’s a lot of uncertainty about the direction the ...

Hey every one so I’m still struggling to land my first deal, I’ve come close a couple times but they’ve gotten snatched up by other offers ect. I know no one likes to give out their methods or secrets but I’m looking ...