I'm 33 years old (born in 1983) and never went to junior high or high school. I have a 3rd grade education. At age 29 I found myself supporting a wife, an ex wife (child support) and 2 kids on food stamps and working ...

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I have heard some investors mention they try to be present when the appraiser shows up at a home they have recently rehabbed and are selling, to make good with the appraiser and discuss all the impr...

Have it done Right, done Cheap, or done Fast. Pick two. I have always believed that saying since high school and I am wondering if anyone has the same outlook?I have come to the conclusion that I might not be able to ...

Hi BiggestPcckets community!  I am an investor in Chicago with experience with both long term tenants and short term rentals.  Recently, we have considered partnering with a good friend to buy and do Airbnb in Nashvil...

Hey BP!Now given, before you read this, I am no economic genius, and most likely even ignorant as far this goes, but I have some questions. So with that said, here you go.I've been watching and reading lately about Gr...

When it comes to being a real estate investor, we often make our own goals and don't have people  who watch over us to make sure we are reaching the benchmarks that lead to accomplishing our goals.  I don't remember i...

I think I know what I am going to do but would like to see what others think.Closed on 14 units in late Sept fully leased.  Seller had a 4 pg lease for tenants with no other documentation, not even an application so I...

Hi All, I am interested in Buy and hold for cashflow, am trying to educate myself in the market before I jump in. I have read on BP that in Milwaukee, the D class housing has best cashflow, but not sure I am comfortab...

Hi Everyone,I am currently in the process of developing an offer to buy a duplex that is for sale by owner. It is listed for $54,900, and I have been number crunching to figure out what is smart for me to offer. Now, ...

Experience: I own (2) units-  but they were turn-key, and are stable rentals. Strengths: Very liquid. For a deal, I'm ready to go.  Have done well in my previous business life (not house related). Also, full of time -...