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What would be the downside of taking out $100k from my 401k to invest in rentals using the BRRR method? Many of the books I’ve read discuss how a 401k is a risky investment because you don’t have control of your own m...
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Hello all. Recently I acquired my first duplex house hack here in Sacramento, CA. My current tenant was paying way below market rent, but do to the state of emergency I’m only able to raise rent %10. Now the previous ...
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As I was wholesaling a virtual deal under contract, a gentleman came and asked if I did rent to own. As I build report, he was living in a mobile home behind his parents house and wanted to move but didn’t have any mo...
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Tenant Screening - Now more important than ever! This has always been the a crucial part of the rental process, but now landlords and Property Managers should be even more meticulous because the CDC Moratorium has bee...
Hello everybody, I am a newbie investor from chicago land area and this is my first post. I have been following real estate investing and got in touch with a real estate agent who is working w...
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Hello Everyone! We have a waterfront lot on a small private lake 45 min from Cincinnati. Our plan is to build a pole barn house that will be used 100% for STR. Our thought is to have six small (10' x 12') bedrooms ...
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So after looking into REI for over 3 years, spending on education well over $10k, I think I am finally ready to take on Colorado real estate market. I think what I am is what you would call an extra cautious flipper. ...
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For someone that is just starting out and about to embark on their first deal, does anyone have recommendations on how to find a good contractor to handle the renovations? Are there specific resources you might recom...
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Hi Chicago Investors,I'm fixing up my Lincoln Square 3-flat and noticed a sloping issue today with all of my bath tubs. Has anyone run into this before or have any tips how to fix?All 3 bathtubs are older and are pool...
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I've lived at my rental unit for 7 years now. in that time I have been late with rent only twice and I've given heads up to the landlord both times. I paid the late fees and have paid up all owed rent. I've submitted...