Sterling Hall
Performing and Non- Performing Notes
Has anybody on BP had any luck with transferring from flipping houses to flipping and holding notes. Seems like the next step for me since shorts sales and REO has dried up. Any opinions on this subject would be appre...
Alessa LeSar
I'm ready to strategize!
2 years ago, I decided I wanted to get into house flipping, so I got my RE license last Jan. I sold 20 houses last year in my local market (ASHEVILLE NC). I wrote my goals for this year and on that list was to put mys...
David C.
When deals are really just "overpriced offerings"
To the group: As more and more "deals" cross my desk and I perform underwriting, I find that the vast majority of these deals are simply overpriced offerings - even in lousy locations, Cap Rates are around 3-4%. Mos...
Andrew Bertram
Managing your own properties
I have had a rental property for almost 5 years now. I have been happy with my property management company for the most part. However, I would like to start taking care of this on my own. I feel like the knowledge ...
Michael O.
Are We Causing the next Bust?
Earlier today, on the way to work, I was listening to the BP Podcast #285 as per my usual routine (another great podcast by the way). But after hearing some of the guest's comments about building multi-family and rent...
Chloe Landon
College or no college? No experience. Need guidance.
I have been up all night, researching. Successful people, tips, college options. Everyone has an opinion, but I can't be confident in making a decision without speaking to someone personally. I can't remember the exac...
Timothy Howdeshell
To MBA or Not to MBA
Hi BP,I have been an avid consumer of real estate books and podcasts produced by BP. Therefore, I really value the type of thinking common among our community members. This post is asking for general advice and strate...
Jordan Santiago
Out of State
I live in expensive New York City and cannot really afford to invest here at the moment. Looking at properties out of state is extremely tempting and looks good. Much less expensive. Any thoughts? Is it a good idea? P...
Jamie Nacht
Balancing Cash Flow and Appreciation
What's preferred: (1) High cash flow, but low chance of appreciation, OR (2) modest cash flow, but high chance of appreciation? I had a discussion last week with a fellow investor, and we were debating the merits of e...
Scott Byer
Why do seasoned flippers need to pay a sellers agent today?
I invest in Houston, Texas. After a few flips and being forced each time to pay the, lets be honest, VERY expensive brokerage fees to gain assess to the local MLS service and for preparation of a few standard (and fr...