That's a solid approach, especially the "curveball fund"—wish I'd thought of that term myself. When I bought my first place post-bankruptcy, I was so ...

Good points here, but I'd also add that it depends a lot on your local market. In some neighborhoods, buyers really value those permanent upgrades and...

Luck definitely matters, but I'd argue that thorough research and due diligence can significantly tilt the odds in your favor. I've seen investors who...

Escrow holdbacks definitely have their quirks, but honestly, your friend's situation sounds more like an inspection issue than an escrow problem. I've...

I've actually seen the opposite happen—people get so caught up chasing resale value that they forget about their own comfort. Renovations should also ...