What say the pros? Is there a guideline of when each is used?I've probably installed a hundred well-respected, custom made vinyl windows so far.  I have not installed any wood windows. I am an owner who does a lot of ...

Good Afternoon BP! I would like to inquire with all of you wonderful gurus regarding investing in my own real estate investment property. I would first like to commend you all for taking your first leap and never look...

Hello BP,Do any of you work with lenders on a cost + basis?  If so, when the bank puts their version of the buyer/GC agreement in front of you, do they make it a fixed-price contact? If so, how do you handle?I'm findi...

We are wanting to test the market for the demand of institutional grade Agricultural/Farmland investments syndicated for individual investors. Some of the key points for discussion: - Tax Advantages- Inflation Hedge- ...

Does anyone use Zillow.com? Also are these "Zestimates" a reliable value for homes listed on the site?
Thanks!

I have a rental I am currently rehabbing and have a paint contractor about to start. This house hasn't been painted in 30 plus years and his plan was to power wash and scrap what's flaking off, but leave some "alligat...

What was passed
Baltimore city council just passed a bill requiring owners of over 10 units to offer alternatives to security deposits. Alternatives include paying in installments and paying for insurance.
What now...

I read that there are new mortgage lending programs that allow first-time homebuyers to put as little as 3-5% down with a conventional, conforming loan. For high-cost areas like Orange County, CA, the limit for a 4-u...

when flipping house is better to sand the old hardwood floors or new install new hardwood floor.
Keep in mind that the condition of the old hard wood floors not horrible if they get sanded and finished they will look ...

I found a duplex, ran some numbers and the cash on cash looks good to me but ROI is negative.
So it seems most people only talk about the cash flow, should I be concerned with a negative ROI?