Kerry Edwards
New member from Indianapolis area
Hello BP,
I'm new to BP but have been in the REI game for a while. Recently my wife and I decided to take our interest in real estate to the next level.
We look forward to networking as well as learning...
Ian Hamrick
first rental property done. Ready for the next step.
I recently closed and am renting out my first property. I am being told by many people that I will have to wait years to build up capital and equity to invest in my next property. I believe that I don't need to wait a...
JDee Moore
Is now the time to refi?
If my market is considered to be at the top of the market or at minimum a year or two away from the top. Should I refi now? Single Family/primary place of residence Property Strategy - I would like keep house as my pr...
Monica Kovalsky
Mission Statement for Real Estate Investing
Hi REI friends! Would you mind sharing your mission statement as it pertains to your real estate investing? I'm looking for inspiration. Thanks!
John Stevenson
Proper way to pay renter that does some work?
If a renter does some repairs or maintenance for you, can you deduct it from their rent on the books? Is this okay to do? Or, do you have to make them pay full rent and then pay them and 1099 them (assuming it is over...
Dante M.
Cash-out refinance on primary residence
I'm trying to purchase my first rental property and need a little advice. I have about $100k in equity in my primary residence and was thinking about doing a cash-out refi to purchase a rental. That'll leave me with a...
Tra'Mell Taylor
Starting at Square One, but how?
Hello everyone!I'm looking to finally take my leap of faith in the real estate world & start in wholesaling. After speaking with a couple experienced colleagues on here I was advised that may not be the best route...
Jens Nielsen
How should I finance my first deal
Hi,I'm under contract to purchase my first deal, a 4-plex in Albuquerque, NM for $117K. It probably needs about $30K in rehab.I have my own cash to purchase and rehab the property, and then I can do a cash out refina...
Karen Sanderson
Tenant who is not paying water bill
Hi all, per the rental lease, tenant is responsible for all utilities except trash. I receive a courtesy copy of the water bill each month. The renters have NOT paid a water bill since they have moved in (9 months ago...
Marco C.
PROGRESS REPORT: Setback after first step...
About 2 months ago, I finally committed to following this path. One month ago I sold the idea to my wife and got her support; at the same time purchased my Plus membership, subsequently upgrading to the Pro because t...