While deployed with the military, I've spent this time reading and researching new ways to grow my rehab business upon my return. I've typically followed a similar formula to Jscott's in that I want to have a better h...

How do you plan ahead for very costly maintenance issues with your property? For example a roof that needs to be redone for $10,000..

At this point my wife and I are just throwing ideas out there, and then researching them down their respective rabbit holes. We're trying to think of ways we can generate more monthly cash by offering "services" to ou...

Hey there! I have a large STR property that can accommodate 19 people, that has a hot tub. It's only 4 months old, but I am finding that it has to be regularly drained and refilled due to how the guest use it or abuse...

Hi there, I'm a small-time real estate investor with 6 units under my belt. When it comes to water issues, I absolutely cannot catch a break. Currently, I've got:One basement with a leak and horizontal crack forming o...

The water provider for one of my rentals just changed their policy. Bottom line is that they will no longer deal with renters and will only establish accounts for property owners - we are talking about a SFR. This w...

Hello BPers!I was looking at a small apartment complex of 10 units and started researching the area around the complex.  Turns out that there are larger complexes in the area that have amenities such as gyms and pools...

Hi everyone!I'm new to this great site and would be more than happy to share my investment experiences and also seek some wisdom from all of you! I bought a fourplex this year in Redlands CA, I'm still wondering why d...

So I don't know what to call this but I have this vision for an apartment building designed for young working professionals who are super busy but all about being their best selves.  They have all the things needed, o...

A fellow investor recommended I list a flip that is unfinished. I am considering a sweat equity "credit" off list price when purchased. With purchase price and "value of sweat" being set up front. Anyone done this, in...