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Hello All. Thanks for all of the great info that you provide for us newbies and wannabes. I have another question for you that I'm having trouble finding the answers to. Through the forums, videos and education tools ...
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i am a retired teacher. I use Turbo Tax. In January 2016, I purchased a four family apartment building here in Cincinnati for $100k. It was completely rehabbed with an additional $150k. The total investment of $25...
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Is it better to pay extra toward your principal portion of your mortgage per month OR is it better to save for your next rental property?
Best,
Gulliver
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I'm admittedly brand new at this, but I'm trying to wrap my head around how you're supposed to buy rental property at 70% ARV (or maybe 80%) after repairs costs. I do understand how that's rather desirable, giving you...
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Hello again!I know this question has been asked before, but I'm hoping to get specifics on how I can compare numbers between 1.) purchasing a primary residence VS 2.) saving for my next buy & hold investment.Backg...
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Any members here in the path of Irma, either personally or your STRs?All my renters are out or not coming and have been refunded. We've been ordered to leave the barrier islands by 3pm tomorrow but I'm already out ha...
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Hi BP,So I am looking to get into multi family properties in the pretty near future and I just wanted to get anyone’s 2 cents that owns a commercial multi family property and to see how you started.I have one rental p...
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I have a hypothetical question for the community about purchasing a 4-plex that has been zoned for 2 additional units.This is a hypothetical exercise to identify gaps and valuations not currently under consideration.F...
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I’m looking to use the BRRRR method for my first real estate investment deal, but I’m feeling overwhelmed on choosing the right right property to do this on. What should I be looking for? How can I mitigate risk as mu...
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Hey all out there in BP land!
Name is Andrew Shipley. Recently became obsessed with the idea of real estate investing about half a year ago. Live in portland oregon. Would like to invest in surrounding areas...