Erick Forson
New Investors Looking for Realtor in San Antonio
We are making a trip to San Antonio, looking to meet with a few real estate professionals on the ground with SFR investment experience. We are in need of a trusted Realtor, contractors and property manager for cosmeti...
Julio Gonzalez
Are You Taking Advantage of This Real Estate Tax Incentive?
What is a Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ)?
A QOZ is an economically-distressed community where if certain conditions are met, it may result in deferment of capital gains tax for investors. This tax incentive is part...
Catherine Leung
Looking for investor-friendly realtor in Detroit
Hello! I’m living in Washington state but would like to invest in rental properties in Detroit. Would like recommendations for investor-friendly realtors. Thank you!
Steve J.
Maintenance Budget Question
Hello BP!I’m a newbie, I purchased a home warranty for my rental, I got the everything plan! Prior to this, I was allocating 10% for capital expenditures every month, and 5% for regular house maintenance. Given that I...
Val J.
If it ain't broke should I or should I not fix it?
I have a property that was built in 1939 that I purchased nearly 2 years ago. I'm wanting to put new windows in the house and I would like advice from my fellow BPers. First, I'd like to know if you were in my shoes w...
Lee Nguyen
First Contract Job
Hey Everyone, I was recently hired on to renovate a friend's kitchen. Their vision was to have a farmhouse/french country like kitchen in their new home and value of course. Once everything was figured out, I built th...
Sammie Xiao
How to hire a good architect ?
Dear BP family, I need some help. Bought a house in Long Beach Want to add 2500 - 2700 sf on top of existing house.I need to hire an architect to help with the design and apply permit from city.any suggestions on how...
David Lichtenstadter
How to define a nighborhood ???
Hi my fellow BP folks I'm trying to figure out how to analyze neighborhoods. So my question too you guys is. Is there any clear cut rules to characterize it as A/B/C ???
Thanks
Shawn Pottschmidt
How to get my contractor to hurry up
I feel like my contractor is holding me hostage. What is your trick, tactic or method to get them to speed things up and get done? He always has a reason for the delay.
Dave H.
My Bank requires contractor for work. does contractor need 1099?
Its an insurance job for 10k. Bank wants a licensed contractor to do the work. Does the contractor have to fill out a 1099? He's a friend and he would prefer not to. Any downside to not doing the 1099? Thanks.