James McGovern
General thoughts on Guarantors vs Security Deposits
Any thoughts on insurance programs that help cover renter deposits and whether it fully replaces the need for security deposits?
Conner S.
Florida County Foreclosure Auction Questions
I am looking to purchase a home that is being offered at a county foreclosure auction in Pinellas County, Florida. I am wondering if anyone has any experience with this and can hopefully offer some advice or a good co...
Edward Barnes
203K Loan - Contractor Pain
So I'm knee deep in a 203k loan, mid-rehab. My contractor pretty much did the juicy/profitable items of the rehab and quit, namely some foundation work and roof.
The HUD consultant did an exit inspection and ...
Teddy Johnson
Additional Insurance Need for Parent Company
So I've spent the last two weeks calling from about 9 am to noon every insurance agency and nobody can help me.
I have a parent company that I want to buy insurance for in case we are sued by a tenant or vendor as an...
Account Closed
Real Estate Agent Code of Conduct
Hey Everyone!My boyfriend and I are selling a home that was previously a rental property. We had a buyer and the buyer's real estate agent (female) has been beyond rude and uncooperative. Firstly, she refused to pro...
Jeff Klinger
When to form an llc. before or after your fist deal?
I am a buy and hold investor currently searching for my first deal in the Western New York area (Buffalo) . I've read about the tax benefits and extra layer of protection you get with an llc, but can you form one bef...
Matthew T.
Renter signed lease, paid deposit and rent, wants to back out
Hi all. The title is pretty self explanatory. I have a renter who signed a lease last week. Paid deposit and first months rent. Didn’t move in. Now he wants out of the lease and wants their money back. According to hi...
Tim Nethers
First Time JV: Seeking Tips for Operating Agreement and Systems
I've formed a few LLCs, but it's my first time creating a JV and Real Estate Operating Agreement between two parties. We're jointly buying a duplex. We have management, a solid agent, inspector, etc. But we're seeking...
Tyson Hosey
What do smaller banks look for to refi?
Hey BP, I'm under contract on a property (sub30 club woot woot). I'm securing the property with conventional financing with myself and my wife on the loan and title. I'm aware of the hassle/risk of transferring ...
Blair Colsey
Notary for lease extension?
Hi All!I own a few properties but have always used a property manager for finding tenants, signing leases, etc. I'm fairly busy with my day job and I really like the help of the PM to get my places rented even though ...