Kris Klark
What direction should this newcomer go?
Hi everyone. I'm brand new to the real estate investment world. At this point my interest is high and I am looking to get a broad education before I become involved in any investments. I understand and agree with t...
Douglas Curtiss
How much to set aside for Cap Ex, Vacancy, Repairs, etc.
After doing mostly fix/flips, foreclosures, tax liens, I'm looking to buy my first buy and hold rental. I've been running the numbers and typically use 5% for Cap Ex, Vacancy, and repairs, which I think are the numbe...
Danny Colacicco
Investment with 12% Cap rate but not the greatest apartments/tenants
So in seeking wholesale deals, I came across an investor looks to sell two apartments with 5 total units in a decent area of Baltimore (Greektown). All of the apartments are currently being rented, however, when vi...
Tony Hernandez
BRRR in Garland, TX?
Thoughts on trying BRRR in Garland? I see properties below $200k (and even below $100k) that are 3/1.5-2. I was thinking about trying to get my first deal there but I'm concerned that I wouldn't get the appreciation I...
Michael McCartney
No more gas
I just bought a duplex and am fixing it up before renting it out. There is a gas water heater in the kitchen and we are moving it under the house (pier and beam (yes there is plenty of room down there for a short boy...
Mathew A.
Are these repair costs too much?
Repair 2 windows (replace the glass)
Install 4 vertical blinds
Install Smoke Alarms
Replace front/back door locks
Clean inside and outside of the house
Total estimate including labor and materials $1250.00
I want ...
Sharad M.
Any issues with buying a property in flood zone?
Hello all,
I am looking to purchase a property to fix and flip. The property is located in flood zone. Are there any issues with it besides the buyer needing to get flood insurance on it?
Another question I have is ...
Michael P.
Would you buy all 1 beds?
This deal is no longer available but I found it quite interesting.
Would you purchase an apartment building 400 units that are all 1 bedrooms?
Jasmine May
Would you invest at these numbers? (Halifax NS)
Freehold property $340k - rents at around $2000pm. Property taxes $300pm.
What's going on with Halifax? Crazy bidding wars everywhere and rents are through the roof! For average incomes here, rents are way too high!...
Geoffrey Fellner
First Deal Questions
Hi, BP community!
I'm a definite NEWBIE! I've been a member for about a week now, and absolutely love what I've seen thusfar. I've listened to about a dozen of the podcasts, and read numerous posts in the f...