Ok, I'll state up front I don't think this is likely but I find it an intriguing conspiracy theory.  Basically, the theory goes like this. Last time, the hedge funds knew we were in a housing bubble and were betting a...

Bought my first house fixed up and rented out 30 years ago in Medina NY.     Did the same a few years later in Wilmington NC.  Then onto St Pete FL.    And now Osteen, Deland and and Eustis FL.   Looking around it see...

Hello everyone, what are some good tips to follow when fixing and flipping during the uncertain times coming up and reduce my risk? Almost every indicator is pointing towards a slowdown / pullback. My biggest fear as ...

Why do appraisals required by lenders for properties purchased with conventional mortgages always - a very high percentage - get valued at a ridiculously close number to the final selling price?There is no way apprais...

I just finished reading a book by John L. Bowman, "How to Succeed in Commercial Real Estate" and I really really enjoyed it. For those of you seasoned full time commercial brokers, how did you go about identifying you...

Hey guys. I purchased the 3-day workshop for 197 (for two tickets) and I am able to get a refund if I wanted to. Has anyone gone to the 3-day summit? I know they're going to try to sell us their bigger, more expensive...

Hi there,I am interested in pursuing auction properties in Chicago, but I understand the competition is steep.  Has anyone successfully purchased a property at auction and have any tips/advice?  I am trying to underst...

Hello everybody,
I am brand new to investing. I am wondering if it makes sense to pursue getting my real estate license in order to have access to the MLS? my rationale is that 1) I don't want to be a hassle to real e...

What is the biggest real estate investing mistake you have ever made?

Please share your experience in detail and provide a solution (if applicable).

Hey guysI have yet to do my first deal. I have 6+ months of research and the “learning phase” under my belt. At this point, I know that in my market I want to start with wholesaling.I am going on realtor.com and other...