10/23/12 UPDATE: The Influence System Has been Removed from BiggerPockets.

INFLUENCE & VOTING

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Today I just sent out 100 mailers to absentee owners. Now that I have about a week before calls come in, I'm a little confused as to how the rest goes. I have an app in podio where I am supposed to input new leads and...

I’m young, I’m only 18 but I want to get started with investing into multi-families. One of my main concerns is the loan, I don’t have any knowledge on loans. I have a few questions, so please if you know anything abo...

So, I’m hanging out at my duplex waiting for another prospective tenant that isn’t showing up for their appointment.

I prescreen, which cuts down drastically on no shows and people that do not meet the rental criter...

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to let everyone know about the newest podcast episode that just came out this morning. It's different from anything we've done yet for a few reasons:

For the first time, we b...

I have worked with a realtor on several deals over the past few years, including commercial properties.  I told her that I am looking into flipping houses (all cash deals), and when she sends me the MLS listings she m...

I’m a broker here in Central Florida and am curious to hear opinions on what makes a great STR real estate agent? Is it local knowledge about any given area? Experience in selling short term rentals? Connections to ve...

Hello BP!Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is Christopher Malone, and I am a new investor in Chicago, IL. I have been a member of BP for a few months now, and from the time I made my first post, I have learned a...

How does one put together a breakdown of renovation expenses for a commercial bank loan application? Does anyone know a short and simple way to do this? I must be having a hard time seeing the forest through the trees...

I was speaking with a Realtor who specializes in land contracts. He said I should put 20 percent down so I can hold the deed. My question is it necessary or can I put down less and still control the property? Thanks