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Hi BP. Am looking for good licensed and insured contractors in Bakersfield,Ca. To meet and greet and discuss future rehabbing. Any recommendations?
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Considering a duplex that is 53 years old, has not had plumbing or electric upgrade. Recent inspection provided by seller indicates minor issues with plumbing and makes note of older electric. Needs a new roof (that w...
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First off, I am sure I am not the first to think about this and it may be being done everyday. I have thought about this many times and would like you to chime in on whether you feel it would work or be a complete wa...
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In my area food carts have become a big deal. People are enjoying great food at a very resonable price and these little businesses are sprouting up all over.
Just for fun we started talking with the owner of one and ...
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I just read an article that shows Vegas is poised to meet the previous pricing peak very soon. Here's the link: GLVAR reports
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Hello, I received a lead from an investor friend for a condo. Here is the situation: the original owner did a lease option to a college student with a 30 year mortgage. Original owner owns the condo free and clear. Th...
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Is it true that if I want to buy a house with cash it must be in a bank account for 2 months before I can purchase the home? (I was told saving it in my mattress won’t do me any good)
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Or a good online article?
Yesterday I was in the office of a broker with over 20 years as an agent. She said she had never heard of 'wholesaling' properties. I explained how we as investors work directly with sell...
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Hello! I have heard about a company called listwithfreedon.com that allows people who are not realtors (ie for sale by owner individuals) to list their properties for sale on the MLS. They charge, I believe, $300 to...
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Is there a point where it's downright insulting if your offer is too low?Let's say I'm considering a property with an asking price of $90,000. If, in order for the numbers to work out for me I determine I need to buy ...