James Dean-Howell
Underprepared to answer calls from people responding to my letter
First I want to say that I appreciate all of your help and answers in advance! Thanks for your time!I started writing letters to a list of people in my area. Off market properties. I'm a newbie and I asked one pro wh...
Alexander Ball
Am I too Soft? How to: harden your skin
Hi BP members,I am in the process of selling my house. Just yesterday I had a sale guy come out to give me an estimate on some work. I found the gentleman quite offensive (racist, sexist, homophobic) and the product...
Jonathan Prettyman
analysis on how to handle my first deal with my GC
Hey guys,
Here is an example of my first deal I am looking to do. I mainly need advice on which route to take with my GC, who is my father in law.
I proposed to him 2 scenarios. and he suggested a 3rd.
Initially ...
Manny T. Marcos
Filing Eviction Unlawful Detainer Complaint Thru Attorney
I recently served a tenant a Notice to Pay or Quit. The tenant hasn't paid for 3.5 months and his lease expired on March 1, 2016. I've heard all of his stories ("I'm sick.", "I promise to be out on the 15th, 18th, 2...
Shafi Noss
Your Best Negotiation Story
Hi BP,What is the best negotiation you've done so far, what moves did you make and how did it turn out for you? Just walked on my first SFH deal and want to learn more about effective negotiation.
Greg Lovern
Flippers: Do you sell FSBO or use a seller's real estate agent?
As a flipper, do you sell FSBO or use a seller's real estate agent? Does a good seller's agent raise the realistic selling price by the 3% it costs to hire them?I'm assuming you expect to pay the buyer's agent's 3%, o...
Bekkah Vidal
New To Real Estate - Use The BiggerPockets Glossary!
Hey Everyone! If you are new to BiggerPockets and Real Estate Investing, you might feel a little lost when it comes to all the REI terms that are thrown around in the Forums. Be sure to bookmark our Glossary where you...
Evan Loader
Vetting a syndication deal
I’m looking to invest in my second private syndication deal as a limited partner. I learned early on to always look for 2 things to ensure it is a legit deal - 1. The LLC of the syndication is registered as an entity ...
Cory Lucas
Numbers not working?
Hey BP, curious if anyone has thoughts on the BP calculator with regards to the Rental Property analysis vs the 50% rule? I've been using the rental property analysis calculator and when I plug the expense numbers in ...
Joe Arida
Detailed Experience Story: First House Hack
Hello to everyone!On October 31st I closed on my first Duplex. It is in Fitchburg, WI. This is my detailed recollection of the buying process. For anyone who reads the whole thing I truly hope it helps you and please ...