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There are many properties for sale in my region, but may not cash flow. Here is an example (remember that this is California)
$140k for 1,400 sq ft
3 bedroom, 2 bath
Rental rate = $1,250 a month
At 20% down, that w...
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Hi everyone,BP newbie and first post in the forums. I live in Orange County, CA and am looking to buy my first buy-and-hold rental property. I've been looking outside of Southern California as I have not been able to ...
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How does everyone feel about someone who is a first time investor investing in long distance SMF rentals due to the rental market in local area being dismal? (Northern Utah)
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Hi Guys,
Currently in escrow for a tenants occupied duplex in Los Angeles. We already got the tenants to agree to cash for keys to move out. They agreed to accept $2500 each (1 months rent) upon move out Oct 2020. ...
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Anyone have any luck with Abandoned properties?
Typically it is a very easy process finding the onwers of the properties but will they sell and will they sell for what you have in mind? I would like to hear some feed...
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We are down to the wire here trying to find college students for our rental that we purchased during COVID. Many places are still available near campus and with the end of August nearing and our money running out with...
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Has anyone been successful at finishing a basement and turning it into a legal or illegal apartment to rent out as extra income?
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Hi fellow BPs! I'm seeking advice from the astute masses on buying vacation properties. I've been a civilian employee within the armed forces for 5 years within the Midwest. Although a lovely area, I've been reluctant...
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I understand that finding the "perfect" buy & hold property is rare. I understand the concept of analysis paralysis. I even have a quote sitting on my desk right now that says "Every successful man I have heard of...
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I want to hire someone to do my SEO for me, if anybody can guide me to the right path. Such as what questions should I ask them? How do I differentiate the good SEO companies from the not so good SEO companies? What i...