@Mike Levene I am a 2x house hacker in Beverly, MA, just north of Boston, and yes, the cost is brutal, but the appreciation is worth it.

CA is brutal when it comes to taxes.I don't give tax or legal advice, but many people believe that holding the property in your name and having a good umbrella policy is a good solution.

@Matt Smith the reality is that Chicago is full of "non-conforming" units.

In Berlin, rental arbitrage has been very profitable, with average annual margins of 25-40% after all costs but before taxes, so shifting to a market where arbitrage is barely breaking even is definitely a reality check.Given your experience, would you say the best way to enter the market now is through purchasing properties with financing?

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

Some people have this dream that new homes are maintenance free, but in reality it's not much different than an existing home.

People don’t accept reality.

That’s the reality of our lives these days.

The reality is that the Gross S8 Rent amount on an S8 voucher includes all utilities.