Hi BP,I own 2 rentals (one outright, the second is mortgaged) and am looking to buy two more this year. I found 2 great deals but I’m going to use private money from a friend. Do I need a lawyer to write up the terms?...

I often discuss the importance of location when looking for real estate investments. For me, the ideal location refers to proximity to the city center and other areas ripe for gentrification. Often, investors shy away...

Hey all,
I am new to BP and have recently been reading The House Hack Strategy.
I am in graduate school and possibly graduate in August 2021. Currently, my wife and I are renting apartment off campus.  
We plan to ...

Wondering which tenant application looks less risky financially?  Neither have rental history as both owned...
Applicant A: Retired Couple
Income to rent from social security & workers comp = 3.7x 
Income less ...

Are there any good resources out there to familiarize yourself with the unique ways different states handle foreclosures and what to look out for in those states? Specifically, I would love to know the risks of buying...

Please provide honest opinions.

I am looking to buy 2-4 family buildings in 2 areas close to NYC.
I'm looking for an "intelligent" thought process as to which area is a better investment.
I'm usually a long term investor who buys and holds unless t...

If an investor with moderate knowledge of lease option purchases would devote about 30 hours a week to contacting FSBO sellers and rental property owners and connecting them to tenant buyers either by assignment deals...

Hi bigger pockets family!I have recently been trying to learn about creative finance (and real estate in general lol) so I'm pretty new to it all and had a couple questions about seller financing if anyone has any exp...

Tenant Screening - Now more important than ever! This has always been the a crucial part of the rental process, but now landlords and Property Managers should be even more meticulous because the CDC Moratorium has bee...