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A few weeks ago, San Diego was rated as the least affordable city in America to purchase a home. This does not mean that we have the most expensive homes, but rather wages have not caught up to the skyrocketing price...
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After years of doing this, I still get the odd surprise. All of us who do DIY rentals understand that one of our biggest saving points compared to the hands-off investor is the kitchen drain. To hit the high points:1....
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I closed on a property in Warren, MI on Oct 20 and I quickly found out through my property manager that the house is in a horrible area and won't fetch enough rent to cash flow. I was too giddy to get another property...
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Flipping my first house and having a difficult time with the painting. I am using Sherwin Williams products, and regardless of using SuperPaint or the cheaper options, it is taking 3 coats to cover the walls. There ...
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As I am sure is the case with many investors, my residential and commercial leases continue to evolve. Changes to local landlord/tenant laws and new situations involving tenants lead to these annual updates. What chan...
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BP family, I am a Newbie in trouble!HelpPlease I have a house under contract, I have signed everything, closing etc, but the HML has not yet wired the money!Can I legally still back out?There are no contingenciesThanks
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I finally got renters out the house I just bought and they lived like pigs and had smalls dogs. I pulled out the carpet out the house so there's absolutely no carpet in the house and I scrubbed the house with vinegar....
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I am looking at a condo and the owners have smoked heavily in it for years. When you walk in you get hit with a strong cigarette smell and you can see some residue on the walls from it. Also, the unit is carpeted so I...
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Hi, thanks in advance for reading and any input. I'm not seeking legal advice but certainly if you think a lawyer is appropriate for this one, please let me know. I have a letter with multiple complaints drafted to ...
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Wanted to see what other landlords thought about this situation.
We are buying a distressed 3 family that has 3 apartments: 1 bedroom in the basement, and 2- 2 bedroom units.
The basement apartment has ...