For this month, we have real estate attorney Stephen Weaver attending, to discuss land use issues in LA.

Based on my experience working with real estate investors and property managers, here are some common arrangements for local handymen and maintenance personnel for short-term rentals:On-call basis:Pay a set fee per call-out (e.g., $50-$100 per visit)Hourly rate for time spent on-site (typically $50-$100/hour)Additional charges for parts or materials usedRetainer agreement:Monthly flat fee (e.g., $200-$500) for basic availabilityAdditional charges for actual work performed beyond a set number of hours or visitsPer-task pricing:Agree on set prices for common tasks (e.g., $75 to unclog a drain, $50 to replace a lockbox)I like the per-task pricing as long as your maintenance calls aren't super frequent.I'm also a hard money lender if you're looking at a new deal to get quotes on soon or if you're looking to refinance a property soon!

Hi BrianAs a real estate agent exploring opportunities in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, I would love to connect with experienced cash buyers in the region.

When I first got started in real estate in 2002 I did 33 leases in one month...good money! 

Being successful in real estate investing is no easy thing – it's not just about mastering facts; it demands a toll on physical, emotional, and philosophical levels.

Hey guys, I wholesale full-time and recently started here in Upstate NY, I have some questions for someone familiar with real estate law/wholesale here and closings and will appreciate any help!

Hi there, I currently live in Puerto Rico and am interested in getting started in real estate investing.

*Usually* - and this is a real generalization - it is better to complete a house than sell it torn to shreds.

I really don't think that applies anymore as the number one advantage of Real Estate is the leverage (it's easy to get money for it).However, You need cash reserves to make sure you stay in business and can keep building (both skills and wealth).To answer the question of BRRR vs Flip - It's all about "do I have enough cash reserves to make sure I'm going to stay in business?"

Hello - I found a very compelling investment property and the agent and her preferred lender are suggesting that the VA loan currently on the property is assumable by a real estate investor.