Tyler Brown
First investment property - Single family vs. Multi family
I've been researching purchasing my first rental property in some low property values/low tax blue collar areas for a while now. One of the main things I'm trying to decide is if I should go for a SFH, or a 2-4 unit ...
Mark F.
Time to start looking off-market?
Hello BP!
So I decided to make the leap and purchase in North Jersey for a small MF (2-4 units) around Hudson, Essex or possibly Union. I've been using a realtor (finally settled on one that fits my style) and seeing...
Sam Leon
Keys to your rental properties
If you have several rental properties in various locations (I don't mean multiple units in same building), is there any reason I shouldn't key them the same?
In other words, I had one property that I changed ...
Tia Wilson
First Property Blues
Hey BP! I appreciate you taking the time to read my post and any advice you can offer. I'm having a little bit of a struggle trying to find my first home. I'm using a no money down VA loan to find my primary residence...
Nate Kovaly
getting into real estate
Hello all,I am looking to get into rental real estate, however I am in Massachusetts and I was wondering if I should start in MA or look into other markets out of state? 1) because it is expensive 2) there are more la...
Scott Seydor
Intro and a plea for help
Hello Everyone:I'm an architect and construction manager and want-to-be investor in the suburbs of Philadelphia, PA... specifically Montgomery County (Lansdale, Souderton, Harleysville, etc.). I'm interested in passi...
Natasha Pollock
Looking to purchase a house hack with creative financing in SA
Hi everyone,I recently moved to San Antonio from Southern California to pursue the dream of financial freedom through real estate investing. I had hoped to utilize a low-down owner occupant loan (FHA 203k) in order to...
Michael L.
Quick question about comping
When comping properties, would you compare a "cape cod" to a "rancher"? Same sqft in proximity, similarly finished, build age is 6yrs difference. Your thoughts would be plenty helpful!
Thomas Petra
Is 10% CAP too much to ask?
Hello BP community, need your advice. I currently reside just outside Chicago and want to relocate to the North East Florida region next year. I am looking to invest in a multifamily units or mobile home park or parks...
Vaughn Smith
Why don't new investors do JV deals?
I have a question for new investors out there.What's stopping you from teaming up with each other or more seasoned investors to do JV deals? JV investing can help you to learn the business and to increase the size of ...