As of right now, all I know how to do is go on Loopnet (or a similar site) and take the Cap Rate at face value and run numbers as if that's what I'm guaranteed to get out of the investment.For those of you who have ex...

Hello Everyone,I recently purchased my first duplex in Austin, Texas for $435k with 25% down.  I started my search over 8 months ago in Austin but with the competitive market it took many offers to close one.  When I ...

Hello BP!I am curious about lending options in the DFW area. Does anyone have wisdom to share about good experiences you have had acquiring a conventional loan?Thank you!

I found that there is a 5 bedroom home in Vancouver WA at 18622 SE 14th Circle going to the auction next Friday and wondering if it would be worthwhile to do a drive down there to bid. Is there much action/competition...

I have been examining deals for weeks to try and get the feel for how to be successful in REI. However, these are some questions I am having because it seems very important.1. Does my lawyer, CPA, Insurance agent need...

Hello Bp,I am a new investor here in Houston, TX from Upstate NY starting out in RE investing and I would like to connect with other Houston Investors. I also would like to know more about the Houston market along wit...

Best recommendation for my STR insurance?  I currently have Statefarm and they don't have a STR rider to add to my policy.  I've been referred to Proper and Travellers, but wanted to throw it out to the group.  Thanks!

Hi everyone! I am a buy and hold investor from Chicago. I was wondering how do you find multifamily investors that are willing to do owner financing? 

When reviewing a tenant-occupied cash flowing property what is on your checklist for potential red flags after the following has checked out positively:- Clean title.- No major capital expenditures or repairs identifi...

I am considering real estate investment and starting as a newbie. I am particular interest in tax lien because I only have few thousand dollars as capital as I recently graduated from college. I researched about tax l...