Hello BPers! I've been a long time reader of the forums, and am finally nearing in on my first deal (hopefully), and was looking to get some advice on a few lingering questions. I'm looking at a property to split with...
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I live in my property in Massachusetts and my tenants are able bodied young professional men. Are we legally able to put it in the lease that they are responsible for removing snow from their side of the building. I ...
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Hi BP Community! I'm in the process of analyzing some deals and would like to ask current owners what sort of operating expenses they have? I know their is taxes, insurance, landscaping (if not doing it yourself), pes...
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I'm getting ready to purchase my first rental property in Raleigh, NC and want to make sure I'm using all of the correct state-specific forms. Does anyone have a recommendation of where to purchase a good lease? I hav...
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What is the industry standard insurance protection to have when owning just one rental? I understand that homeowners insurance is mandatory for any home whether owner occupied or non owner occupied, but what about add...
Hi everybody!Very excited to join this amazing community. I have been living in Irvine for a year and I am looking to buy a duplex or triplex towards the end of 2020, so that I can house hack (I am currently renting)....
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Dear Bigger Pockets Community,
I hope this message finds you well. I'm reaching out to the knowledgeable and experienced community here at Bigger Pockets for some guidance regarding my short-term rental property in E...
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I'm looking at a multi-family property in Providence, RI that is listed as "a legal 2 unit plus additional studio apartment" on the top floor. Sounds like the studio has its own bathroom. Plan would be to rent out b...
All,I believe I know the answer to this but am going to ask anyway. I was in contract for a property with an escrow that ended up being around 3 months (yes, obnoxious I'm aware). I initially offered and had acceptanc...
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Hello,I have a property under contract and decided to raise private money to fund this deal. I found an interested investor and we agreed on terms. Loan will be secured by deed, no points, monthly payments deffered un...