Skip to content
×
PRO
Pro Members Get Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
$0
TODAY
$69.00/month when billed monthly.
$32.50/month when billed annually.
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
Already a Pro Member? Sign in here
Pick markets, find deals, analyze and manage properties. Try BiggerPockets PRO.
x
Results (10,000+)
Colton Hamilton How to split a deal with a partner
14 July 2021 | 1 reply
I will also be paying the $350 a month out of pocket (to avoid interest of line of credit/or should I put it on line of credit)My partner will be doing most of the rehab himself.
Hannah Paitchel New Investor Trying to Find a Market
18 October 2021 | 53 replies
Everyone else on your team will be transaction-based and not really involved after a purchase.We're in the Metro Detroit area, so you may want to follow our blog here on BP, but at least read the following posts:Follow our "Deep Dive" series we're doing about Metro Detroit cities and City of Detroit Neighborhoods: https://www.biggerpockets.com/...How to “Screen a PMC Better than a Tenant”: https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094/91877-how-to-screen-a-pmc-better-than-a-tenant-part-1-services-and-processesIn our experience you will need to:1) Learn to "Maintain to the Neighborhood", not your personal standards2) Tenant-Proof everything you can Hard surface flooring, not carpeting (too easy to trash) Same basic paint for everything No garbage disposals for them to break Only spring-type doorstops also with plate on the wall Glue rubber mats under sinks to prevent water damage Sheet aluminum on walls around stovetops, for easy grease removal Towel racks - screw 1x3 to wall studs, then screw rack to that Install low-profile downspout ext, not aluminum that always disappear Plan on cleaning gutters and leaves up in the fall as tenants won't Avoid garage door openers3) Have a great application screening process: Check credit for evictions & convictions, utility collections Focus on employment/income stability Require bank or debit card statement - you'll be surprised what they spend their money on!
Nicolette Kiss First property - buy own home or an investment property?
5 August 2021 | 15 replies
for rentals, I'd avoid condos if you can as the condo fees are not cheap and add up to a large percent of the rent.
Christopher Alan Rush Finding Deals that make sense
15 July 2021 | 5 replies
For example, I am working to help pro-foreclosure situation to avoid foreclosure and complete a short sale when they are deeply under water (yes this exists and is quite prevalent in many fha home buyers still to this day).
James Black Selling Under Construction Home
16 July 2021 | 1 reply
I am trying to avoid transitioning from a construction loan to a traditional mortgage to avoid any extra fees. 
Jake Engle Advice greatly appreciated on potential deal
15 August 2021 | 8 replies
-When I sold the lots, what would the best strategy be with the proceeds to avoid capital gains?
Joshua Boyce What to next with Section 8 nightmare???
15 July 2021 | 1 reply
But she is completely avoiding me at this point.
Michael Salamone How much can I raise rent (in CT)?
18 July 2021 | 3 replies
Given I have evidence this is closed, how can I avoid being called out on retaliation in the form of a rent raise?
Alberto Nikodimov Important Questions for Property Managers and Seasoned Investors!
17 July 2021 | 3 replies
.· MOST IMPORTANTLY - Manage the investment not just the property – maintain the asset in optimal condition, constantly increase cashflow, limit liability and avoid issues with the investment.1st Type of Owners/Investors:· Appreciate the work done by their property management team.· Pleasant to work with.· Treat the relationship as a partnership.· Extremely diligent in their initial search for property management companies.
Andrew Brown STR on Personal Property?
15 July 2021 | 3 replies
I would list out all your fears/things you want to avoid and figure out how to overcome them.