Tunji Ogunmefun
New investor in need of smart advice
hello bp community,I am a long time browser and first time poster. The day after reading rich dad poor dad I began researching the world of real estate investing. Naturally I stumbled across this community and have be...
Chad Huffer
Seeking Advice: Recovering from analysis paralysis ( Working First Deal on a duplex )
Hey guys,I'm working on my first deal and would appreciate any advice. I've got good credit currently 793 credit score and a total of about $119,000 in debt. I also have a good annual income between my full time job...
Michelle Theriault
Verify Occupancy
My family and I are currently renting a lovely home.
When I came home Thursday I noticed an envelope on our kitchen table with bold letters stating IMPORTANT INFORMATION ENCLOSED. This envelope had a hole in it at th...
Jeb Brilliant
How to split ownership and profits from an apartment acquisition
Hi All, I may have found the right apartment complex to buy but I have no idea how to structure the purchase, ownership, monthly cashflow and selling it. I will manage the entire purchase and the apartment itself (not...
Jen Mao
Newbie stretegy dilemma
I am a newbie here. I have one rental property, currently on sell for 1031 exchange. I hope to find a small apartment in Texas or Florida area. I also have a primary house which has appreciated above 80%. Both are in ...
Sorin T
How to finance difficult situation
OK folks, I need some creative suggestions here.
Scenario: I found this house I want to purchase as O/O. House is REO in need of repairs: needs carpet, appliances, some plumbing and electrical work, some exterior touc...
Kayla Strozier
Earnest Money When Buying Neighbor's House FBSO
I have a rental property that is a townhouse. My next-door neighbor to my townhouse has agreed to sell her townhouse to me. We are doing this without realtors. How is earnest money handled in cases of FSBO? Should I j...
Michael Scrogan
Newbie Getting Ducks in a Line: RE Team questions
Hello BiggerPockets People,I am in the initial stages of planning and doing all the research I can by reading everything I can. My plan is to buy my first rental property in the next 2-3 Months. In reading Dorkin and ...
Kelvin Letron Brantley
Lease Option Buyers: Bad Credit?
I have a question regarding lease option buyers. One of the assumptions we make about lease option buyers is that they probably can't qualify for a bank loan. If that's the case, what are some of the screening techn...
Wendy Fate
Looking for a Realtor in NE TN to list my house
Does anyone have a good referral for a Realtor in the Johnson City, Bristol area? We are looking for an agent to list our home and establish a relationship for future business. We are currently in the market for a m...