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Rob Gervais First Remodel Project
27 September 2018 | 9 replies
Unless he has connection to a very good GC experienced in the area and referred by people he knows, this spells out a bad situation.  
Daniel O. What could possibly go wrong?
27 September 2018 | 7 replies
I'll share a bit of information about them too because I think there is real value for readers in seeing the totality of my situation with real estate investing.
James Wise New Landlords - Are you prepared for the hate?
28 September 2018 | 77 replies
I think the view on landlords or managers can quickly shift based on the situation, particularly - as you mentioned - evictions and rent increased, or if we don’t bend the rules as much as one might like.I’ve been called all sorts on names.
Account Closed Why is Cash flow so important?
28 September 2018 | 9 replies
I understand looking for positive cash flow is a good proxy to avoid making bad deals when you’re a beginner, but if you’re careful in your estimates and run the numbers properly, I would believe you can still enjoy a decent return on your property even if your initial cash flow is inexistent.Let’s take the example of a zero-CF property (i.e. it’s zero after opex, capex, vacancy, PITI, property management etc..) in the following situation: I put down 20% as down payment for a 30 years loan, at 4.5%The property doesn’t appreciate over the years and I sell the property after 30 years for the same priceI incur 5% closing costs at purchase, and 5% selling cost when exitingI assume no inflation (hence selling price = acquisition price)In this context, my IRR would be 4.55%.
John Lee How much insurance do I need for rental house in Tampa?
7 October 2018 | 8 replies
If you are a serious investor, you need a good lawyer to setup the correct structure for your current financial situation
Jeremy Bartlett How do I handle a Tenant Car Break-In?
27 September 2018 | 9 replies
Because they said they didn't have anywhere to store it and had a plan (they were just waiting for a spot to open up at the facility), I gave them a week to move it.  
Travis Evenson Prior tenant left an abandoned vehicle
26 September 2018 | 8 replies
I've dealt with a similar situation.  
Leland S. East Nash Flip, looking for discount material vendors
26 September 2018 | 3 replies
I've found that for tile, the big box retailers Lowes and HD have a smaller selection from what's on display but are much cheaper than the specialty stores for a similar quality of flooring. 
Willie Morales Buying and selling homes on owner financing
27 September 2018 | 9 replies
This kind of language appears in commercial mortgages from time to time depending on the situation
Tracey Wittke Rental Increase Dilemma
1 October 2018 | 5 replies
I watch the market and know that she will never find another place to rent less the $625/month that allows animals in the area.I am looking for thoughts/advice on what others would do in this situation.