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When doing short sales, who would you rather the bank have to do their BPO, an appraiser or a real estate agent?
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Hi Everyone! Over the past few weeks, the BiggerPockets Blog: Real Estate Investing for Real has really grown in quality and content. I wanted to invite all of you to stop by and read up.
The blog has timely rea...
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To those who are actively marketing, what marketing works for you.
I am getting ready to do a big postcard mailing to vacant code violation properties, and needless to say I'm a bit nervous about the money to be spent...
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I'm Melissa Story, a Neophyte in Jacksonville, Fl. Although I have experience in buying and selling properties as a Realtor, I've started a new journey as an investor....and my hubby has pledged his support. Therefor...
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I went ahead and created multiple LLC's for a couple properties I'm buying. My Lawyer said it was wise to have each property in separate LLC's in case of lawsuit or something. My Accountant recommended I look into a S...
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I'm looking to buy a six-plex property in Watertown, NY, priced at $425k. The downpayment is 25%, with the seller financing 60% of that and me covering the remaining 40%. Each unit has three bedrooms. Does anyone have...
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Unfortunately, may have to start eviction process on my upgraded rental units in Las Vegas.
All was well until the couple (both signed lease contract) had a fall-out and the one still living there can no longer cover...
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Hey BP, I was wondering what benefits (if any) do Landlords get by keeping Utilities in their name and paying them every month but then having the tenants reimburse the Landlord? This pertains mainly to smaller build...
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My brother came to me to say he wants to start investing in real estate. He is recently divorced, taking care of his kid and filed for BK earlier this year and has been discharged.
Not sure if it is a smart move for...
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I'm currently signing up with Keller Williams here in Orlando,Florida and just interested to know if I made the right decision. I would like to also know any advice out there for a new agent in the city?