Dear BP members,I am studying for Cal Real Estate Principles course for my salesperson license. The textbook suggests"... a contract that conveys an interest in real estate must: * be in writing  * contain a legal des...

Hi BPers!In NY, it is legal for a seller to a change a lease agreement on a MF rental with a tenant AFTER the contract has been signed?  Specifically, changing a tenant from month-to-month to 12-month (for less rent) ...

Is it legal to charge more rent from an individual who has had a recent bankruptcy, eviction or a low credit score?  I have searched the net in search of an answer but have not been successful and was wondering if the...

So I am doing some research as I purchase my first rental property and wanted to get your opinion on using Smart Move for tenant screening since I know that many landlords recommend it.Wisconsin Law states:"Except as ...

What is the best way to find an experienced real estate lawyer or tax accountant that can advise me through general questions? I turned to google but don't know if that is the best approach? I have two properties and ...

Hi All-Hoping I can get some insight to help us close a deal. We are currently in Escrow on a 2 unit property (Separate structures). During the Appraisal we found out that our lot is zoned R1 (So only one unit) and si...

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Hi-The seller agreed to sell 2 properties to me. He wanted the total price to add up to 475K and I was planning to live in one of the houses. I offered House A at 250K (Worth ~250K)and house B at 225K (worth ~300K). H...

I was talking to a friend of mine and he mentioned that he is refinancing his deals just before he sells them to elevate his cost basis. For example  actual money spent/cost basis                     $100,000  apprais...

Hello All,I am looking to buy a multifamily property. I found a single family and a duplex. It says..."Property is a single parcel with 3 lots and is zoned Single family with a legal non conformance for the duplex."Ha...