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Hey. I have heard the term lipstick on a pig a lot since I have got into real estate. What actually constitutes lipstick on a pig over a real rehab? Is putting lipstick on a pig something like just replacing carpet an...
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đź‘‹hi BP friends. My name is Romar from Oahu, Hawaii. I'm an extreme greenhorn, new to REI.I'm shopping for my first investment. Â I've contacted realtors familiar with REI in the above mentioned locations, two of which ...
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Good Morning!I need some help analyzing a deal for a 7-unit SFH portfolio in GA. We are currently negotiating on price with the seller and I just need some smarter people to help make sure I am on track for success (h...
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New landlord for a few months now. I am also new to this forum so I want to say hi to everyone here. Heard great things about Bigger Pockets and love listening to the podcasts. Looking for any landlords who can help m...
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I’m a newbie, living in New York City.I can’t find properties make possitive cash flow near my town. What city should I look at?If I find a property remote area, shoul I visit the property before making an offer? Shou...
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Hi, my name is Richard and I just joined BP after listening to alot of the podcasts. Have been reading the forums and there is a wealth of information here! I am in my mid-forties and employed here in the hudson va...
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Here's the background:I made an offer to purchase a Duplex in Indianapolis for $65k.  Seller was asking $75k, but accepted the offer.  Advertised rent was $600 per side, average in the area is $620 to $650 for updated...
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Hey everyone. I'm learning about real estate investing and want to learn more about being a landlord and buying properties right. I'm convinced single family homes are not for me. I'd rather leverage my income in a du...
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I am looking at a park with about 35 lots with tenant owned homes.  They are sub metered for all utilities from the town and the trash collection is done by the township.  Everyone must mow their own lawn and keep the...
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I recently began discussing business with a friend I've seen consistently for about a year in a social setting. Turns out he has tremendous business connections and significant real estate investments. I'm horrible at...