I think any experienced investor can agree - there is a seemingly infinite number of things that can distract us from making money in real estate. The kicker is - these things almost always seem to be parading arou...

Hi BP folks,I'm completely new to real estate investing, so I'm still in the process of learning the ropes. I've learned a lot from the forums and podcasts so far, but before I pull the trigger on my first property, I...

I plan on using leverage from my current property to invest in my next project.  I have about $100K (possibly up to $130K) that I can access through a HELOC loan.  I have a few ideas on how to get the ball rolling wit...

Im sure something like this has already been covered in the forums but I just have a couple questions..

I have private investors lined out for 9% APR (Interest Only), which I will use their capital to buy multi-famil...

Hello! Please let me know what has worked for you and what your great ideas are.  We own a home with some accessible equity immediately (maybe 75K), have a decent amount in 401ks.  Looking at a commercial property for...

I'm new here, but I grew up with a dad who was a real estate broker and funded his retirement with his buy and hold and then carry the contract when sold strategy. I also have education in real estate appraisal.Anyway...

I've been doing work on a couple derelict houses that I bought in order to get them up to rental standards. The City Building Official freaked out that I've not used a licensed contractor for ALL the work..I used sepa...

Hello BP,

I want to run a scenario by everyone too see if I grasping the fundamentals of Hard Money Lending.

My understanding is that HML can be ~70% LTV and can be used for improvements and repairs.

Let's say I ...

Hi everyone, my name is Kelley Hook and I live in Corvallis, Oregon.  I am a Certified Financial Planner and President of a fully independent, fiduciary, investment management firm.I have been interested in real estat...

I'm a new member looking to start building my investments in real estate.  I currently work as a merchant marine on ships in the Gulf of Mexico.  My wife and I both enjoy improving houses and REI will be a good way fo...