![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1971092/small_1695954241-avatar-chrisb1163.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hello everyone,I'm considering properties in Chicago that are pretty old, one was built in the 1890s. I'm concerned that buying something this old would be asking for trouble over the long-term (30 years), as the are...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2076565/small_1695566948-avatar-chadw175.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I just closed on a 14 unit apartment building in the Charleston, WV area. Anyone know of a property management company in the area?
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1129381/small_1621509333-avatar-nathanaeli3.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hello Friends,
I am toying with the idea of renting out my home for a year, either as a traditional rental or an Airbnb. During that year, I would live in an apartment. The goal being to create income history so that...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/185623/small_1694880035-avatar-danar1.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
What are the tricks and traps that tenants can use when they pay directly into your account electronically?Currently, I use electronic direct deposit because I like not having to deal with late rents. But, now, I'm f...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/176352/small_1621421978-avatar-emanship.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
After 6 months of reading, researching, discussing, and networking I have finally put my first SFH under contract. I am looking to close by the end of this month and hopefully begin marketing for tenants around March ...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/485440/small_1621478790-avatar-davidtoupin.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hi BP community!I am an aspiring investor in the Metro Detroit area (Royal Oak, specifically) and I am really looking to get into commercial real estate. I understand that the more traditional route is to purchase re...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1043356/small_1621507990-avatar-shafinoss.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hi everyone,
In books, podcasts, and from the pros, I hear the same thing, that MF investing is about finding money and finding deals. What does life look like for someone who specializes in each of these, are they c...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1060656/small_1694559188-avatar-buyan.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hi Guys,I am looking at some turnkey properties in deep south like Missouri, Alabama and other areas. Can you recommend a good book on evaluating properties and locations on turnkey areas? Is there best practices on h...
Is there anybody in Chicago (NW side specifically) who is willing share with me in purchasing my first home (multi unit)? Please let me know, I don't know many investors seeing that I'm just getting started. Willing t...