Hi BP community,I am looking to purchase a multifamily two unit apartment by next summer. I have contacted a couple agents in the location and explained my story/ where I am at. Do they underwrite a property for you?U...

Hello everyone,I have recently formed relationships with a number of real estate investors in my area (Akron / Cleveland, OH) via a law degree I started last August.I happen to have good relationships with people more...

I just showed a property to a couple that breeds French Bulldogs.  They said they do not keep the puppies any longer than they have to.  The get the dogs weened and sold ASAP, but that is still several weeks where the...

Hi Bigger Pockets,My name is Scott and I am from Placerville, CA about 30 minutes northeast of Sacramento in Northern California.I found this site recently by googling "Best Real Estate Investment Forum" and Biggerpoc...

I'm underwriting a deal right now, trying to determine a generic rule of thumb people use for expenses. The deal includes: - Four 4-plex's totaling 16 units- 100% occupied (although I like running my numbers at 89%)- ...

I have been flipping homes for awhile, but I am simply an investor, and my agent and I were talking about starting a brokerage. She told me that she didn't think agents or brokers could flip houses because the E&O...

The standard for raising rent varies depending on local laws, regulations, and rental agreements. However, there are some general guidelines and considerations that landlords typically follow:Check local laws: Diffe...

Hi everyone,
I'm new to this. I'm helping my father expand his RE portfolio. He's obviously more experienced since he already owns one CRE property.
I have some questions.
He wants to stick to Bank Financing over ...

Hey Guys,Does anyone have an email template that they can share, to send out to tenants going over preparing their home for colder temps. Specifically dripping faucets, wrapping outside spickets, checking smoke detect...

Hey guys, So I've been studying investing in real estate properties for a little while now. I've put together the beginnings of an investment strategy draft. It's laid out in order and is set up so that indented bulle...