Benjamin I Singer
I am interested in real estate but don't know where to start
Hello everyone this is my first blog post for bigger pockets! I found out about this forum from the bigger pockets podcast and that has sparked a real interest. I will start with sharing a little bit about my current ...
Jaston Robinson
Possible deal in East Providence?
Hi all! I may have a deal on my hands in Rhode Island, but need some advice before I submit an offer on this "seller by owner". A quick low down on what it is:
1. Four 1 bedroom units, currently renting out for a to...
Jon Abadia
What are the interest rates now a days for an investment property
What are the interest rates now a days for an investment property?
I got quoted a 4.12 the other day... is this a tad high or?
Uri E.
Rental application fee
Do you charge a rental application fee? If yes, then:1. How do you determine the $$ fee? ... is it per family, per adult, other?2. What do you include with the fee? (e.g. background check, credit report, etc.)3. How ...
Sheldon Tausch
San Antonio Investment from Hawaii
Hello all, I’m currently stationed in Hawaii and I’m looking to invest in my hometown of San Antonio TX. I’m still hesitant to invest long distance but I know I need to in order to begin my journey to financial freedo...
Jonathan Beaumont
Pros and cons investing in a condo
My duplex in Ohio is giving me trouble and I am looking to invest in either South or North Carolina. My budget is 165k max. I have an agent in South Carolina showing me condos in the myrtle beach area, and I want to k...
Chris Seveney
Joker brokers in note investing
Have you heard the term, a joker broker?In the note business today it seems like many are looking to make a quick buck and attempt to “broker” a note deal. If your new to investing, the three key signs to a joker brok...
Alyssa Lukish
Airbnb/Short Term Rentals
Hi my name is Alyssa and I am looking to buy a property in Orlando this year. I was thinking of airbnb-ing out some rooms. Does anyone have any experience in the Orlando area and want to share their experience? I want...
Ron Brady
Racial Bias by Neighborhood in Home Appraisals
Background & Context
Today's New York Times reports on a new publication, Appraised. The publication argues, based on recently released appraisal data-sets, that current day appraisal processes bake the results...
Todd Nordstrom
Aloha from Hawaii
Hello everyone out there in BP world! I feel like I know a little bit about a lot of you so I figure it's time to jump in and get acquainted.
My name is Todd Nordstrom and I currently work as an architectura...