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I have researched a list of 115 "possible" cash investors/buyers in my general area. This list contains contact info on two large hedge funds, that are gobbling up all of the "move in ready" deals or non-deals(overpay...
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Hey guys,I've got a quick question for anyone who has already gotten started investing and could lend a few suggestions for my journey towards my first deal.I'm currently paying down the last of my credit card debt an...
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Hi BP family, thank you for taking a few minutes to read this post. I cant express enough my gratitude and appreciation of the openness and transparency and value these forums offer from folks like you who’ve been the...
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Hey All,I just got my real estate license for the state of IL in the Chicagoland area. I am currently still working a W2 FT Salary Job as a District Manager in the Food Industry.- Seeking advice on how to pick and cho...
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I keep finding incredible properties and have been preapproved for a fix and flip type loan (with 20% down) but can’t get any offers accepted! My realtor (who works with other investors in my area as well) told me tha...
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Hello, I currently reside in Massachusetts but my three STRs are located in NH. I want to join a REI association to build my network. Does it make sense to join one closer to home, or closer to where my investments ar...
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Hello fellow BP members,I am an experienced real estate investor looking at new markets to invest.I am currently exploring the Jacksonville, San Antonio and Tuscon market.I would greatly appreciate the feedback from i...
Hello bigger pockets community! I am so excited about kicking off my new venture as a real estate investor. My focus right now is trying to obtain a wholesale property. I have looked for properties on auction sites an...
Hey guys,Since I'm new at this, I want to start wholesaling to gain enough money to invest on flips and rentals.I've read Nick Ruiz's Flip book, I'm not sure what BP view is on him or his book, but i found it super in...
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I thought this was interesting from Realtor.com. I was happy to see Phoenix on the list! Although I find that it's highly competitive in my market...so there goes your budget if you want to submit the highest offer!...