I believe that there are 3 main “stages” of investing. Stage 1 is higher risk, aiming for high returns, wealth accumulation.  Young investors, with low net worths, few family responsibilities, and a willingness to “ro...

Hello, we had around $6,000 worth of staging equipment stolen from the home a few days ago. I've asked our insurance company and they say that they do not cover theft. The Staging company stated that they also ha...

I am currently working on the entitlement of two side by side parcels in the Malibu/ Topanga area in Los angeles county. The process should be completed and properties should be ready to build within a year. I'll have...

Since I'm a new investor, I'm obviously trying to figure out as many ways as possible to not lose deals. One crazy idea that I came up with is:

Arv 210000
Asking 200000
Use option - purchase price 170000 (85%)


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Hi All,New to BiggerPockets but I've found this community a great resource and so grateful to the many wonderful people offering their ideas and advice to someone new like me! Here is my situation: I'm in Bay Area (Be...

Is this worth the time and money? I have a 2 bed 1.5 bath townhome that is in great condition, vacant, and I would like to retail to an end buyer. I haven't done this before because everyone recommends not to invest a...

I am getting ready to put an offer in on my first flip! Any feedback is very much appreciated. It is a 2 bedroom 1.5 bath condo located in Annadale, Virginia. I will be using a hard money lender only to acquire the pr...

Am about to list a property I'll call House Q
It's over 3000 sq and we've done a lot of work inside it. I'll really love to stage it before showing starts but I've not stage any of the houses before and i don't have...

To invest long term in an established community or to invest in a community that has all things necessary to keep its community viable? The first can't grow, its established. The latter maintains its community and...

Hello.  I was wondering how everyone feels about staging homes that are being flipped.  1. If your market is hot and you are getting offers in days is it helpful still?2. Do you think it increases value or just lessen...