Third, If you want to offer an alternative (which you're not required to) - If you have a PM plaform like Baselane or RentRedi (free for BP Pro members) you can offer credit boosting for tenants that pay on time.

This may also be an easier option if you are planning on leaving the country.   

I've been on this platform for about a year, and while I find it extremely useful, i feel as though some of the leaders in the forums are thinking too black and white and potentially shutting down excited new investor...

Ideally we'd like to fix and flip and/or STR cottages in Michigan.  

My wife and I are in the process of starting a stem education center and I have leased a 1,200 sqft space that is apt for that which is at an upcoming shopping area. 

I've got about $525K in equity in the property, but lenders have told me that I cannot get a HELOC to access that equity for additional purchases because the duplex was financed as an investment - they have said TX law dictates that HELOC can only be used on primary residences.

It consists of an 8 unit apartment building being sold with a single family home next door to it, each on their own parcel.

A professional home inspection can help you avoid costly surprises by uncovering potential issues before you buy, renovate, or rent out a property.Key Areas an Inspection Should Cover:✅ Roof – The home's first line of defense.

New year, new laws (Senate bills 205, 206 & 207).Effective January 2, 2025, Michigan landlords can no longer consider a tenant's source of income when screening them. 

@JD Martin agree 10,000%What I am surprised about is I had a call with someone in Austin today and in sw Florida and they both said things are awful and prices are dropping at high rates - curious don't hear as much chatter here about that as it could be an opportunity