Hi all. Apologies if this topic is addressed in another part of the forum; I've checked through and couldn't find anything which specifically addressed my question. I am a young investor with no experience when it com...
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Hello BP family, I reached out to a local realtor, a friend of a co-worker, to see if he could help me find some properties to flip. Although I greatly appreciate his honesty, his response below has really discouraged...
Could you please give some inputs on the pros and cons of two types of investment opportunities and which one is a better choice overall?: 1.Invest in other investment companies’ projects, you got 18%-26% return on th...
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In my limited experience, lenders predominately offer the same thing (though I could be wrong about that). What would you recommend looking out for (characteristics, credentials, etc. they should or shouldn't have)? I...
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Hello BP community, quick question for ya. I am a new investor, soaking up all the information I can and building my business plan. I have two paths I can take to begin investing, wondering what you guys think or sugg...
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So a house in my area declined my original offer. They also stated they wouldn’t take any less then asking price. I returned a offer of 100 dollars over asking and they declined it again. I got a response of a round a...
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Here is how I typically handle rentals:1. I list them on the MLS and people go see them. When they are interested, their first question is how to apply. 2. Right now, I have to email them a blank pdf of the lease appl...
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Hi all, I'm biding my time until I have enough money to invest in my first property. In the mean time, I'm a software developer by trade so figured I'd try and see if there were any need for new software or websites. ...
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I am currently in the process of saving up for the total costs (dp/closing/reserve) for my first house hack. I was wondering for those who have a house hacked or are currently saving in the process, what would you rec...
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DALLAS BIGGER POCKETERS -
New investor here 👋🏽...I'd like to hear experiences from those that have built their portfolios the traditional way - finding a good deal, putting the required 15-20% down and renting it. I...