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Don M. First time with new construction: Cape Coral, FL
5 February 2025 | 205 replies
Just like all aspects of life :) If you come across anyone needing help I created this website of free resources to share.
Alan Asriants The realities of when you start acquiring more units - unexpected vacancy
14 January 2025 | 9 replies
While you may always have a skip, early termination, or eviction, spreading out the lease-end dates can help avoid having all units vacant at once.
Farnaz Z. How to screen a tenant without a social security number?
13 January 2025 | 4 replies
(Also, I would avoid giving legal advice to tenant applicants, unless you are also an attorney.)
Leon George New to BP Community
24 January 2025 | 13 replies
I know from BP podcasts that mistakes are part of the process, but I want to avoid anything that could jeopardize my family’s financial stability.Despite these concerns, I’m ready to dive in!
David Woodside 500 hour rule - material participation
15 January 2025 | 12 replies
STRs also avoid automatic classification as passive if rented for seven days or fewer per tenant.To maximize tax benefits, maintain detailed logs of all hours worked on activities like tenant communication, cleaning, maintenance, and marketing.
Jordan Laney PM changed the utilities too early and now we're stuck holding the bag
8 January 2025 | 38 replies
We have every one of our managed properties enrolled in these services to avoid utility shutoff damages.
Tove Fox Nevada, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania Out of State Investing
20 January 2025 | 22 replies
Since companies have a limited lifespan (10–18 years on average), cities must attract new businesses to maintain job opportunities.Factors Companies Consider:Low Operating Costs: States with lower property taxes and insurance costs.Low Crime Rates: High-crime cities deter businesses and tenants alike.Natural Disaster Risks: Avoid areas prone to disasters, as recovery can take years, impacting your rental income.City Size and InfrastructureFocus on cities with metro populations over 1 million.
Jonathan S. Passive Real Estate Investing
15 January 2025 | 10 replies
For example, I am a little concerned about some aspects of the business cycle recovery and a potential for a double-dip so I lean toward the safest part of capital stack which is debt (or low-debt equity).
Richard Bautista Too good to be true to have connected with a real estate agent who has a whole team?
8 January 2025 | 29 replies
Hello @Richard Bautista,Several aspects of what you described raise concerns.
Fareen E. Start lease on closing date or the day after?
10 January 2025 | 11 replies
This protects your investment and gives you leverage if there are issues.Other Tips:Make sure the lease explicitly defines the move-out date.Conduct a thorough walkthrough with documentation before and after the lease period to avoid disputes.Handling a seller-to-tenant situation can be tricky, but with the right precautions, it can work smoothly.