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Results (5,469+)
Karin Crompton Never heard this before: septic inspection of an REO is a waste of time????
19 February 2014 | 5 replies
You need to make offers that are low enough to cover for some unexpected problems anyway.With all of that being said, the HUD that I bought last year had a problem with tree roots clogging the field lines and the tank.
Robert Ombres Starting a "partnership," but which Legal Entity?
18 September 2016 | 6 replies
Would make a good soap opera as you realise your financing and insurance is messed up in the name of asset protection.I would keep it simple and hire someone if needed.
Yvette Chung First Timer Home Buyer - Looking at a duplex
10 December 2016 | 17 replies
Having a duplex is great experience owning a property and being a landlord - and that's the experience you need to get under your belt you can't get by standing on the sidelines.I don't know your area and if this is an outstanding deal, but I am rooting for you to go for it and get your first step in the door of real estate investing.
Nick Maly Coming out of deferment
13 May 2021 | 1 reply
I decided to put 2 in deferment for a few months due to coivd.Now, I'm ready to move on.The root of my question is that I will be doing a 1031 exchange on one and want to look ahead and be in the best shape to get a new loan.I have the cash to just pay up all missed month's.
Barbara Gardner Marketing on a budget
29 April 2018 | 5 replies
Also remember to follow up with your leads it’s been said that on average you'll have to market to the same base for 3-6 months before you start to see your efforts take root
Mary Jay Time management-working full time+investing
25 August 2018 | 29 replies
Do I have enough soap?
Tim Schroeder Accounting for rental property startup costs
22 October 2018 | 3 replies
To get a property ready for guests, I spend a significant amount of money (10-15k) in linens, mattresses, small appliances, rugs, decor, soap, coffee, etc.
David A. Dealing with Capital Gains Tax / RE Accountant?
15 January 2019 | 5 replies
I purchased a home in November 2017 and am putting it on the market March 1st - assuming that it sells fairly quickly, I'll have owned the house for under 2 years and will have to pay capital gains taxes (for reference, CT house purchased at 91k, ~25k in repairs, listing at 170k - I'll be probably renting a place to live in myself as soon as a deal goes through, then looking to purchase a multifamily to rent out within 6 months or so, but very unlikely immediately after closing).I have a sort of two-part follow-up question about this, which is rooted in the fact that I know very little about capital gains and am feeling overwhelmed every time I try to Google/BP search the topic.
Shane Ward Lady Bugs. Tenant wants to call an exterminator
21 May 2019 | 6 replies
She can then spray the plants that they are on with a mixture of water and dish soap which will kill aphids that the ladybugs are feeding on.
Carolyn Chupa First Time Home Buyer Inspection Results Recommentation
30 June 2020 | 7 replies
Water heater:  high end water heaters run $2800 installed, I would not be concerned about thisFurnace:  a good furnace has a useful life of 30 yearsNegative slope:  this is likely the root cause for the foundation issueKey question:  how much is the house going to worth if you repair these issues?