Bob Shome
lack of suitable properties
Are others finding it harder to find good properties right now? In my area it seems to be the case. I try to find purchase in the 50-60% of improved value range, putting in 20% and making 30-40%. I am doing most of...
Chad Fagan
Good numbers but foundation problems in eastern Connecticut
Hi all,New to BP forums and this is my first topic, so I apologize if it's in the wrong forum.I'm looking to get my first deal and started off with a 37-unit condo association located in eastern Connecticut. Long stor...
Account Closed
What books do i NEED to read?!
OK! i have read carlton sheets no down payment, ron legrand fast cash, robert kiyosaki rich dad poor dad (and listened to tapes), and the millionaire next door. All fairly popular writings...Now, what else must i devo...
Scott Robinson
To change or not to change....windows!
I need some advice on windows. This is my first flip, partnership between my friend/neighbor and my wife (realtor) and I. We disagree on whether to replace (and how) the windows or not. Comps for this house are al...
Christopher Boggs
Property Management without Tenant Placement
Can you get property management, but place the tenants yourself. I am starting a small single-family rental portfolio. I am not worried about interviewing tenants, and placing them, but I do not want to manage the pro...
Joe Splitrock
Do banks want to profit from foreclosures?
I am looking at investing in a bank owned property. It was last sold two years ago for around $150K and they were trying to sell it for $185K. The house is beat up and the appliances are all gone including the dishwas...
Paul Gupta
RTP area (Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill) - falling prices
Hi everyone, I was initially pretty excited looking at the amazing value for money being offered in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area, both in the student rental market as well as the mainstream market. Then I spok...
Manco Snead
Problems with OOS Property Tenants
Greetings,Looking for thoughts on the following scenario. My first OOS duplex, owned for one year.Side by side, 1976, clean neighborhood, nice backyardsPurchase price: $200KTotal rent/month: $2000Mortgage: $1000 Rate...
M P
Need your expertise brilliance and help
I'm not sure wat topic i should be posting this is, so i do apologize from the start.
I've kinda done things a little backwards. I purchased an investment property before buying my own. I'm new to real estate in gene...
Orane Jacobs
House hacking in San Diego
Is it worth it to house hack in San Diego in such an expensive market?