Currently trying to get my first investment property rented. I’ve had a lot of interest, but most of the applicants who have made serious steps to apply have been real “winners”. Note my infamous chicken post. Thanks ...

I'm confused by the last sentence of this example in my real estate course.  "A builder would rather make an additional cash payment to the lender than reduce the price on a home in a new development."Why would the bu...

Hello everyone, I need advice in reference to using a HELCO or Bank Construction loan to build a new home. I have a lot and I want to build a new home on it as my primary residence. I currently own a home with a lot o...

Hello Everyone,I'm looking at a number of locations for str. I've narrowed down a few areas, mainly Panama City and The Poconos. However, when doing the market research I come across the following, one location has lo...

I've gotten some really good advice here and am looking for some more....I've tried the middle class rentals, and all though there is no problem finding tenants in my area, 50% rule is out. but the rent covers the cos...

I'm in a buyer market. Buyer is using VA loan. The appraisal come back $400 short. My agent said it's obligated to lower price in that market and buyer wont ask but they expected me to lower price. I'm already agree t...

I read quite a bit that it is better to leave a unit empty then to fill it by lowering your standards.

The economics would suggest otherwise. An empty unit equates to an 8+% drop in yearly rent for each month empty,...

I purchased a duplex last year in a university town, but not intending for it to be a college rental. The duplex had a vacant unit and another under lease till July of 2019. I was able to remodel a half bath and paint...

I'm looking at 2 types of homes. Both would give me about $500 positive cash flow.1. $500 monthly cash flow, higher mortgage payment, higher depreciation expense, slightly higher appreciation expected.2. $500 monthly ...

Hey friends- Making plans to Refi 3 properties we're holding that have higher rates and ~$300k in combined equity! In the COVID-19 financing climate locally, we're seeing higher interest rates for investment props and...