This week, as seen on the BiggerPockets News Page, FannieMae and FreddieMac (the large government entities that back a majority of U.S. mortgages) announced that they will halt the foreclosure process for the mortgage...

Thinking of giving my tentants gift cards for christmas..$25 to $50... anybody do this??? It is the season...Happy holidays

Excited to say that my husband and I closed escrow last week on our fourth rental!  We already own one in CA and 2 in AZ, but just bought this one in CO.Here's a little run down of some basics: it's a fourplex built i...

After enjoying Brandon's Audiobook, I am honored to join the group here at bigger pockets! I currently own a duplex closed on last july, and rent 1/2 out, with a  -$100 + utility's cash flow, and drive truck every oth...

This year I have felt extra Grinch-like.The problem is that I created payment plans with two tenants who have flat-out lied to me and based on our procedures we begin the eviction process.Should I have waited until af...

I am trying to buy my first property however, I do not have a traditional job.I do have enough to purchase my own property. What are my options that I can use to get approved for a mortgage? 

Hi BP!I know typically lenders want verifiable employment for at least 2 years to qualify for a loan. If you lost your job, and then gain new employment at a higher salary within the same industry a few months later d...

Happy sunday everyone,Im currently in Chicago and looking to connect and build relationships with other real estate investors in the area. What are some strategies and methods that have worked for you guys to find and...

Hello all wondering how many of you give your tenants gifts around Christmas time? Birthday or any other special day?

Yes, we did it.  Does that count as our first deal?  The house is on a trailer and is 8' x 18'.  The guys who built it are going to add a covered porch onto if after we move it to our place.  Pictures are here if you'...