Jackson Halverson
Any recommendations upon how to learn real estate before first deal?
I have read the BRRRR book by David Greene as well as listened to around 100 podcasts on Spotify by Biggerpockets. I plan on getting my real estate license as well to help me be a bit more informed before going into r...
Paul Sandhu
Ever get hate messages about your STRs?
This following is the 2nd full paragraph of my daily Craigslist ad. What is in italics afterwards is a response someone sent me."If a motel room is your standard of living, you are pathetic. I'd rather not rent a hou...
Alex T.
Digging Basement on Flip to Increase Ceiling Height
I'm looking to dig out a relatively small basement (15'x20') to increase ceiling height. The current height from slab to ceiling joists is 6'4". Anything over 7' is the goal. It looks like a stone foundation with parg...
Nathan Gesner
Landlords: What is your #1 time-saving system?
As our portfolio grows, it's necessary to develop systems to handle the routine tasks. What is your favorite time-saving system that has allowed you to protect your time, maintain your sanity, save money, or continue ...
Mike Buckley
Turning down tenant requests
Looking for some advice on how to turn down tenant requests. I would like to consider myself a "great" landlord. I take care of problems immediately and always think "what if I was living there what would I like to s...
Melissa S.
first eviction
Hello All,
Im in the process of trying to get squatters off my property. We've gone to court and have an offical move out day.
This process have been so stressful!!
Anyone else other there in BP land feel lik...
Eli M.
Appraisal is too low
Dear BP family,My appraisal came in lower than I expected.What is the best course of action now?For the future, can I ask the appraiser to send me the draft before he submits it to the bank?In case the new appraisal i...
Johnathan Butler
PLEASE Critique My Thought Process on a Potential Deal
Hello BP Nation,I’m looking at purchasing my first RE investment property in the west suburbs of Chicago within the next 90 days. In an effort to mitigate the amount of catastrophic mistakes that I’ll make as a newbie...
Timothy Nelson
New to this and appreciate ANY input!
I have the opportunity to buy income properties from a company called Strongbrook. I have come across BiggerPockets (thank goodness) and have read a forum on Strongbrook that has made me wary. I too have had some...
Carlos O.
Seeking advice for my first deal
Hello everyone,After a month and a half of searching I think I finally found something decent out near KC. This would be my first deal and I'm taking a conservative approach here. I would like to some feedback on the ...