A few years ago if a tenant owed you rent or damaged your property you could enter the premises and “hold” certain items. It’s an old law I believe but was still could be used. It’s so old you couldn’t take their goat...

Perspective tenant says she has two service dogs. I have not talked to her, just got a copy of her application.  To make matters worse, one is a Scottish Deer Hound, a huge breed. Is it even possible to have two servi...

Currently looking to purchase a multi family or duplex property to live in and rent other unit out. Is it best to set up a LLC? will it have tax benefits or not? just trying to figure out what's best practise

Hello BP!I am chasing an off-market deal, but have run into a snag. As the property sits, it is a purpose-built duplex (separately metered) built in 2004. It also has a large detatched garage with a second floor 1BR u...

Hi, my name is Sharane. I am roughly new to “taking action” with my real estate investing. I’ve been working for corporate America in the mortgage business since 2012 at the same company that I’m currently at till thi...

Well, if you do real estate correctly, it's "pretty safe" But, the IRS found the guy who stole the Crypto.
The point is, if you think having Crypto is "anonymous" you're kidding yourself. Personally, I don't believe ...

Hi guys, first post here. Site has been great so far. Here is my situation:In September of 2014 my parents made me the beneficiary and Trustee of an Irrevocable Trust. We put their house, which would sell for roughly ...

We built our rentals on land in Kyle, TX that belongs to my parents - they have other rental homes on it as well - and my parents do not allow pit bulls or pit bull mixes on the property.  It's just such a risk.   I l...

Prospective tenant has two tiny dogs and a German Shepard service dog. I've advertised the property as pet-friendly and accept 2 pets (dogs, cats, or dog and cat) with the usual vaccinations, etc. I know the GS doesn'...

Hey BP Fam,

I have been pondering for several months on this so I decided to reach out to you and ask of you opinions. As they are always helpful and make us exercise our critical thinking skills! I am thinki...