Every investor seems to have a different number they focus on first when analyzing a rental property. Some look at cash flow, while others focus on cash-on-cash return, cap rate, equity, or purchase price compared with market value. I’m curious which number you find most useful during the initial...
Beginning a furnished rental in Hampstead, NC that will be ready approximately mid-October. 2-bed/2-bath currently sleeps 4 but could push to 6-8 if better optimized that way. It's a small stand-alone newly renovated home across the road from the intercoastal waterway but currently with no water ...
In Florida (or anywhere) - Would you allow a prospective buyer to market one of your vacant units (in a multifamily) 1 month before they are to close on your property? If yes, would you allow them to show it during this time? What about advertising while not clearly stating they are the buyer and...
I have an Off-Grid property that is currently for sale. It is also unpermitted, so I figured on selling it for cash only....but of course the first showing is asking if I will carry paper. Due to various reasons I would prefer not to, so I'm wondering if there is any financing available for these...
I've been tracking the Freddie Mac PMMS data and MBA application shares for 2026, and I wanted to share a clean snapshot with the BiggerPockets community. **Current Market Data (24 Sep 2026):** • 30-Year Fixed: 7.03% • 15-Year Fixed: 6.42% • Refinance Share: 39.3% • ARM Share: 9.8% • FHA Share: 1...
I’m curious how other investors approach the initial analysis of a rental property. When you first look at a potential rental, which numbers do you check before going deeper into the deal? For me, the main areas seem to be purchase price, expected rental income, operating expenses, vacancy, maint...
I'm self managing 5 rental properties and one of my most time-consuming task is handling comminications between tenants. I have a 9-5 so I'm always juggling from scheduling repairs, or going back and forth with tenants. I'm curios if you guys having the same expeience and if you u are using a som...
Hey everyone, first post here! I'm based in Austin, TX and just starting to look at out-of-state buy-and-hold rentals — single family and small multifamily, budget around $100-150K per property. Plan is to self-manage my first couple of properties before bringing in a PM once I scale up. Toledo k...
I have about 80k in equity in a condo and wondered if it is enough to get started on a flip. I would need to sell my current home and rent for the time being but I would have 70k cash.
Ok its time to replace roofs on 2 of my properties! Who has used GAF for measurements? How accurate are they? Im and out of state investor who self manages and trying to get the material pricing for purchasing to be picked up by contractor. Or any recommendations on another way?
Struggling with lack of transparency from property managers, is this the industry standard? I have recently hired new property management companies for my short term rentals, Avari in Navarre, Florida, and another firm in OKC, but I am already deeply unhappy with both. Having self managed my prop...
Hi All, I currently have a couple LTR properties in South Florida. Due to the high cost here I am looking to start investing in the midwest, specifically the Indiana area. Ideally I am looking for a duplex, triplex, or quad plex to invest in. What are some helpful tips on establishing a trustwort...
I’m looking at buying a property in Kansas City, KS that is very close to my personal residence. The property is also directly adjacent to me, and the land actually butts up against my property, which is a big part of why I’m interested in this particular one. Im almost certain the house fire end...
I’m currently putting together a deal to buy an old industrial building and convert it to four loft apartments. It’s going to require some capital to make it happen, and the architect I found for the project collaborated with me on a budget of 1.1 million dollars in cap ex. I’m planning to move i...
HI All, My name is Michelle and I have a couple LTR in South Florida. As many of you know this market is getting more and more experience. What are some creative ways to invest in a market that is "expensive"?
Hey BP long time no see , I'm 18 and I've been working on an idea for two years. I'd love feedback from people who actually invest in real estate, because you'll see the holes faster than anyone. The idea is called Votely. Instead of investing in a whole company or a whole fund, you back one spec...
Im a 56 year old single woman who wanted to invest in real estate since I was in my 20's. Are banks going to give me a hard time aquiring mortgages? I want to do single home/2-3 unit rentals.
Investors come in different sizes and levels of experience, from small or newbies to seasoned investors. And just like and tradesmen, experience often means knowing which tool to use, and when to use it. That brings me to HELOC's. "Are you using your HELOC as the whole solution-or one piece of th...
Many investors spend years focusing on cash flow, appreciation, and debt paydown. Then they sell and discover depreciation recapture and capital gains taxes can take a significant bite out of their profits. For those with larger portfolios: What's your exit strategy? 1031 forever? Sell selectivel...
Buy another property? Sell one? Refinance? Or finally get your books and tax plan in order? With the final quarter coming up, the timing of a move can matter just as much as the move itself. What’s at the top of your list before December 31? And have you checked the tax impact yet?
Spent a week in the Smokies, looking at properties, meeting with my team, visiting with merchants. Without exception, merchants say business has been down in 2026. The Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg is the ultimate bellwether, because they are busy regardless. But not as much in 2026, and the waitr...
Hi all, I currently live in Massachusetts, and I have a multifamily rental property in Pennsylvania that has built up a significant amount of equity. The current mortgage balance is approximately $170K, and the property is worth around $415K. I’ve been trying to find a lender or product that woul...
Hello, I'm purchasing a FSBO, $485k purchase price in florida, single family, investment loan. Seller is fine being in second position to the bank with a $95k note, interest only, 7 year balloon, no PPP. Current bank i'm talking with offers great rates but still wants 15% down of my own money. Lo...
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If I wanted to buy long-term buy and hold rental properties, small or medium multifamily with 8% cap rates around Dallas, Austin, Charleston, Cincinnati, etc is that possible and how would you recommend sourcing those deals?