Joe Wang
Decking material for rental property
Hi BP,
I'm looking to add a new deck to a rental property in the Bay Area. I'm having a lot of trouble deciding what material to use (pressure treated wood vs composite, etc).
I understand the pros and cons, and I'...
Jonathan Ortega
are investors still buying in Jacksonville, FL? or anywhere?
i got a deal which i thought was a homerun. ARV 200k+, Repairs only 25k, and asking 121k. so far i have gotten crickets. Are people not buying because of COVID? should i pack up and hibernate my business until this is...
Caleb Rohn
Advice on potential real estate partnership
Here is my situation.I spend a lot of time on BP and I have developed a small portfolio of 4 residential rentals simply from learning on here and spending time getting to know my local market. Recently an opportunity...
Jonathan Leblond
Insurance for rental property
Hi, I need help with different type of insurance. I think I heard on a podcast that you can insure only the value of the mortgage for a rental. For example, 1. The building is bought for $200 000. 2. The mortgage is $...
Taylor Green
Smarter to lend on multiple properties with 1 rehabber, or 1 property with multiple rehabbers?
Hi,
Do you think it is better for a private lender to lend on multiple properties with 1 fix n' flipper or to lend on 1 property with a few different fix n' flippers?
I would think the benefit to lendin...
Daniel Rogers
Partial 1031 Exchange
I’m expecting an offer on a former primary residence that we are renting out. We paid $173k in 2012, expecting an offer of $280k. Because we are active duty military, my understanding is that since we lived in it 2+ o...
Jake K.
Seeking advice on analysis regarding property taxes
I'm currently looking at a triplex that is listed at $350k and will probably sell for around there based on comps. It's assessed for just $55k, meaning property taxes are very low of course. This is common amongst man...
Jessica Walker
Smart ways to invest in real estate if still have med school debt
Early career family physician, out of residency 4 years. Still with med school loans. Making a life change and planning to move to New Zealand for a few years for my sanity. Is it possible to still be an investor if I...
Wes Schoeb
I Want to Know How You Read Real Estate Books
How do you prefer to take notes when reading a new real estate book?
I finished reading the other night and I sat there wondering what methods people use to take notes when they are reading a book.
For instance, do...
Michael Thorne
Sitting on the Courthouse Steps
Hi BP Community -I am planning on going to the foreclosure auction next month for my county. Having listened to the BP podcasts from those that have done it, since it will be my first time I am not going to bid, but ...