The following are my thoughts on the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and any thoughts of upcoming bailouts. As an advocate for responsible financial practices, I believe that the government should not bail out banks t...

Let's set the tone straight; most people don't get into the rental business because they like to manage problematic tenants, deal with leaky toilets or attend eviction hearings.Most people follow traditional investmen...

I have had various feedback from praise to criticism on the model I use as I invest in real estate. I base a lot of my model on the opportunity I wish I had at the beginning of my real estate investing career and part...

What to do?  I know nothing.  I don't even know my strategy.  I'm looking for wisdom, stream of consciousness, whatever--any suggestions that wouldn't require me to step away from my current employment.  I have a grow...

Has anyone used the "real wealth network" to buy any properties? I have listened to a few of her podcast and it sound pretty good. Has anyone had any dealing with her? and if so can you let me know. Thank you in ad...

Just an honest question.Besides being able to "retire early" and maybe do a couple international trips a year, why do you want to acquire a massive amount of wealth? I used to fall into this category. But then I switc...

I purchased 1 and UC for 2  properties this month two of which I'm keeping as Long term rental. The first 699 E Gold Dust, San Tan Valley AZ comps around 375K and I purchased for 393K so I'm lost about 18K equity by p...

Every investor I meet, I like to ask them about their thoughts on where the real estate market is headed, specifically in California. People seem to give me answers from both ends of the spectrum. Recently, I spoke wi...

Hi guys, Long time BP listener, first time in the forums though. I've had my RE license for about 3 weeks now and I'm looking for some advice. When you were new, how did you go about showing your value to prospective ...

"So, how many properties do you own?"
I get this question almost every time I tell someone that I'm a real estate investor. Tenants and applicants ask the same question also. I generally respond with a smile and s...