Gary Thao
No Pets Fourplex and Tenant with companion dog
I own a Fourplex and occupy one of the units in Oregon. This is my only multifamily property. There is a "No Pets" policy which my tenants are aware. One of my tenants presented me with a Doctors note for a compani...
The IRA vs. 401(k). You’ve heard of these retirement accounts before, but do you know the difference between the two? Maybe you have a 401(k) at work and have been diligently getting your employer match but struggle t...
Peter Fokas
Health Insurance tax deducible for real estate professional?
If you qualify as a real estate professional and you pay your own health insurance premiums - are they tax deductible? My CPA says no - unless you create a company, pay yourself a salary, etc.
What about if you hav...
Debra A.
Need Advice now! New home rental had builder warranty issues causing 3 way crisis
I just joined this forum because I'm in need of a "tribe" who has wisdom and experience to offer. This is mine and my partners second investment rental property. We sold a condo and bought a brand new townhouse in De...
Wesley W.
Medical Marijuana in rental units
So, this hasn't happened to me yet, but I am curious.With the advent of the passage of laws in various states allowing for the medicinal use of marijuana, I'm wondering how this interfaces with landlords and their lea...
Tricia O'Brien
Verification of a Service Dog with tenant applicant ?
What is the current HUD or other govt agency position on what we can ask tenant applicant who claim they have a service dog? I have a tenant applicant who claims she has a 60 pound dog who is a service dog. She prese...
Michael King
ESA and SA Rules - do they apply for a Room by Room SFH rental in Texas?
I have a 6BR SFH in San Antonio TX that I will rent out on a room by room basis. I own the house and I am self-managing. My desired clientele are primarily traveling nurses, professionals and digital nomads. I have re...
Daniel Green
Quit FT Job to become PT Realtor
I have a great, full-time job with the opportunity to make an additional $15k/year in 16 months. It's a great job with great benefits. However, I have no time to get out and get into properties, meet with other invest...
Julie Finley
St Paul Minneapolis move out clleaning maintenance turnover he
due to health reasons I personally can no longer turn over units for new tenants to move in. I'm wondering if anyone has a company or know of a company that does this?ThanksJ. Finley
Martin L.
Offline deal questions
I have heard that offline deals are usually better due to less competition.I wonder how those deals exist. Specifically I would like to know:a/ If seller can get more by putting deals online and attracting more offers...