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Hey Guys, I got myself into a bit of a pickle. I am in contract to purchase a 12 unit condo building for $2, 050,000. My building is part of a larger complex that also has an 18 unit building. The building is brand ne...
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i've acquired a couple of rental properties now and during every inspection they always suggest replacing the electrical panel, because it's old. They of course fine, but how often do you guys replace them? just f...
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Hi BiggerPocket,I recently reached out to my lender to ask about using a home equity line of credit as my down payment and reserve funds for purchasing another property and was informed that this is viable however, th...
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Yes! The Dow Jones Industrial Average just topped 25K! It will be an incredible year to add RE to the investment portfolio!Love to hear your thoughts about RE for this coming year.Best of profits to all BiggerPocketee...
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I have worked with the same local contractor for the last 3 renovation projects. I like his work. But as of last week he dropped off the face of the earth. I don't want to get rid of him, He is cheap with low overh...
Hello BP,
I have been lurking the last few weeks as my husband and I begin our RE journey. We are currently talking with a local investor who is looking to sell off some of his portfolio. We are meeting Friday to di...
Hello - the tenant broke the kitchen cabinet door (the door came off completely). The cabinet was less than 3yrs old. I initially paid for repair but the repair job was not good at all - this was a lazy Susan cabine...
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My rental house in littleton has a few issues. Sounds like the connection to the main sewer is offset, and the 5 feet preceding that has quite a few roots. I believe this is out nearly at the midpoint of the street ...
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I just read this article from Redfin (Housing Market Predictions for 2025) that predicts mortgage rates will stay at 6.85% in 2025.
That seems like one of the few predictions saying rates will stay that high. Are t...
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I'm 65 and looking to retire this year. Where can I find safe investments that will give me an annual return of 5% to 7% in retirement? --Gary, Pennsylvania The short answer is nowhere, assuming that by safe you mean ...