You can get a good feel for the person and get information in a conversational manner rather than just asking a list of questions.

The "conversion" isn't really a process so much as just not considering that property to be your primary residence any longer.

@Sean Sullivan don't forget to use the @ symbol when referencing a BP member as this will alert the member to the conversation so they can respond.  

I know enough about reverse mortgages to be dangerous. Typically, an elderly homeowner effectively takes equity out of his or her house without having to make mortgage payments. The owner continues to own the home.The...

Many people don't know that in addition to national fair housing law, states and municipalities may have additional protected classes (for example, in Austin TX we have local additions to fair housing that cover sexual orientation, status as a student, and others)There are resources from the national apartment association (and through many state and local associations) specifically geared to educating and supporting independent rental owners (usually regarded as having less than 100 units).  

It would be fantastic to have a 5 minute conversation with anyone who could be interested in putting their money to work to create a passive income.Would anyone be interested in having a conversation? 

And that's not even getting into the risk factor...cue conversations about '06, '07, '08...

If by the time you complete a background check, credit check, employer verification, conversations with previous landlords, an application fee, deposit and personal interview you're still having problems with your tenants, you're doing something wrong.And if you're unsure about being a landlord in general, then you can either put people on month-to-month leases so you can quickly get rid of them, or hire a property management company to manage it for you.While the landlord laws may look great in some other states, you'll may also be missing out on all the fabulous appreciation that can be experienced here in California.

Congrats and good luck, @Travis Hewlett , I am impressed with your deal-making and last-minute conversion.

Hello all,I am looking to have a conversation with developers in the metro Atlanta area.