Hi again! Still in hot pursuit of honing in my abilities to analyze properties quickly and test my gut response. I'll reiterate that at this stage I'm not yet ready to jump on any one property, this is purely an educa...

So I found out you can now use FHA to acquire mixed use properties with up to 49% commercial component. The multifamily market in my area is totally overwrought (if you can even find something on the market at all) so...

Anyone worked with platinum trust group Bruce Mack. Claims best asset protection and deferred income and cap gain tax, with his titanium irrevocable trust. Like to hear any feedback on the concept.

Hi! I recently went to a RE conference and there was a company there called Platinum Trust Group (platinumtrustgroup. com) that told us about proprietary irrevocable spendthrift trust.  Basically, they're saying that ...

My insurance quotes have been huge on my second property (purely rental, first is owner occupied rental).   Any idea how I can shop for a landlord policy while keeping quotes low?  I'm flabbergasted at the idea of hav...

Over the past few years, we have seen a huge market shift in the Austin, Tx market. From skyrocketing house prices, high-interest rates, and the changes to operating an STR. I am interested to hear your strategies due...

What's your favorite credit card/charge card for funding renovations or other purchases on your multifamily properties?  Looking more for business cards or lines of credit since spending will be $50K+ per month.  This...

I wanted to introduce myself to the Bigger Pockets community. I am married with five kids and have lived in NC for 8.5 years. I work at Wells Fargo in a real estate investment banking role syndicating real estate debt...

I am looking at 2-4 unit multi-family properties, some have separate utilities, and some a mix.  The mix is mostly Owner pays water/sewer/trash and gas heat, and tenant pays electric.  With the same neighborhoods, the...

for a first time investment down payment of 10% Will that be sufficient in Most Areas? (here in Canada British Columbia) Or do most as do i have to go the Traditional route and have to put a down payment of 20% or mor...