My lender says you cannot take a home equity loan out on an investment property~ is that true of most lenders?  Would it be better to pay cash, then take a mortgage out on it?  Newbie here!

I am currently in the process of educating myself about the REI game while i finish up my business degree. I am planning to get my CCIM within the next year or two and begin investing soon after. What are the best res...

Hello Everyone! Im new to the BP forum and I wanted to introduce myself. My name is Carmelo Rivera and I am currently looking to grow my knowledge base on real estate investing. My current market is the Tampa FL area....

My wife and I are looking through the internet (Redfin, Loopnet, etc) for apartment buildings that are cash flowing and are having a hard time finding any. I heard through a BP podcast and from other investors that Lo...

I'm looking to purchase some multi family rental properties out of state in the mid-west(arkansa or ohio) and I'm not sure the best PROCESS I should follow in choosing a management company.  I've only used a managemen...

Anyone know of good lenders that do cash-out refi's on rentals after 6 month seasoning for an LLC based only on cash flow and LTVs? Lendingone is an option. Any other good ones?Located in Nashville.

Hello Bigger Pockets family. Incredibly happy to be here. I'm a single dad and devoted father, been in the contracting business for 10+ years and have recently made the transition into REI. I'm based out of Hampton Ro...

Since as far back as you want or as recent as you want. I've heard 3%, I've heard 4%, according to Shiller report, who knows what it would be. I'm looking for best guesses or personal opinions or even referenced quo...

my partner and i have been talking to a cpa and he told us to start up an s-corp to avoid self employment tax which is at about 15% in minnesota. according to him we would 1) incorporate our business 2) file with secr...

My name is Erika. I am from Southeastern MI. I have travelled to many places, but have never resided outside of MI.

My background in real estate is home ownership for 6 years (one for 3.5 years and currently livi...