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Apart from a changed name, this is a true post. The incident happened last Friday night. The write up is divided into three sections. The story, The Aftermath, and The Lessons.---Bang, Bang, BANG! It’s midnight, my w...
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So I finally have my self-directed IRA set up and all funds invested in my LLC. Ready to start investing. My problem is, I've never invested in real estate, but it's what I definitely want to do with my self-directed ...
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My name is David (you can call me Dave if you like). I graduated college in 2012 (dual degree Pre-Law and Africana Studies; completed in 3 years 2009-12) and for the last two years I have been teaching English in Asi...
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Hey BP,Just wanted your guys' opinions..I've spent the last 3-4 months heavily researching how to be a good wholesaler, and I'm at the point now where I want to take massive action.Should I:a) Spend money ($6,000) on ...
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I have a tenant of two years who wants me to fumigate the apartment after she killed one roach in her unit this morning. She keeps her unit very clean, so I want to keep her as a tenant, but she does tend to overreac...
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Hello,
I'm kind of new to real estate investing and first time posting on bigger pockets! I have been trying to self manage a couple of properties for the last 2 years. Haven't had many issues except I run into thing...
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I BP! I'm actively looking to buy my first rental and found an off market deal I would like some advice on. The basement of this property has wood paneling covering the foundation and there is very evident signs of ...
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Hello,
I am new to the boards and figured I would ask if anyone had some information that they could help me.
I am looking to see if anyone has an example pro forma for soft costs during the construction budget on a...
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Hello Bigger Pockets Groupies!
My name is Noah Jacobson, and I am BRAND NEW to the Bigger Pockets community and the world of real estate investing. A bit of background about myself: I just turned 25 years old, gradua...
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I'm a beginner investor (have not made any purchases) living in LA and thinking about relocating to the Raleigh/Durham area in NC since it's a growing place (would also be interested in your thoughts on this).However,...