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23 January 2025 | 0 replies
🎉 As we kick off 2025, I want to encourage all my fellow Americans stationed in Germany—or preparing to move here—to start thinking differently about your housing allowance.Did you know that your housing allowance could be more than just a rent payment?
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6 February 2025 | 4 replies
Having said that, prices and rents are higher in the Bay Area in CA than many in the lower-priced states, so it might justify the investment a bit more..
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24 January 2025 | 5 replies
If you don't have to own your own residence though, why not invest the money in a profitable investment elsewhere and rent in Japan?
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30 January 2025 | 4 replies
and trailer stolen, workshop robbed 3 times, business bank account hacked and Not Insured (w a bank name like C#@$e), hip replacement, Botched oral surgery for sinus cyst 3 times, So Far, that caused an infection that kept me from working most of 2024 and just now recovering.SO Fire Sale February for me But I’m too broke to finish a punchlist to keep rental certificate open on top of living expenses and cover unexpected bills.Seeking micro bridge loan in the $5-10k range to be repaid at sale of house.I have another small single family paid off and rents for $950 as well.Any advice or suggestions for resources Greatly AppreciatedÂ
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28 December 2024 | 1 reply
What rent collection software do you recommend and why?
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28 January 2025 | 0 replies
Looking to rent for $175/night min and total estimate is $100k for the build, aiming for 20% CoC.Any pitfalls/advice for this uncharted territory?
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24 January 2025 | 6 replies
They can give you more insights to accurate rent, tenant preference and etc.
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29 January 2025 | 2 replies
Whether you’re dealing with non-payment of rent or other lease violations, this resource explains what landlords need to know to remain compliant and protect their investment.Â
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2 February 2025 | 1 reply
They change jobs more frequently so renting a room works better for their lifestyles.Â
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25 January 2025 | 3 replies
Typically will be rent by rent strategy (which is tough for none owner occupants) or College rental. Â