Nick Thompson
Mold from exterior water intrusion.
I submitted an offer on my first flip today. The main concern I have, and the reason I assume the house hasn't sold yet, is mold in the first floor walls. It is only in four or five spots, and I'm confident that it wo...
Jeff Jansen
DFW Short-Term rentals and agents
Hello! I am looking to purchase/lease a STR property in the DFW area. I would like to connect with other host/owners that are currently operating in the area. Also, is there any STR meet-ups in the area? Any realtors...
Keith Jablonowski
401K Loan - How do you account for it?
How would you typically figure in a loan from your 401K into your rate of return?
I wouldn't think you would calculate as debt service since the interest you are paying is to yourself but it does effect your availabl...
Kyle Meyers
Accrued Property Taxes Effect on Cost Basis
I am sure this is a pretty basic question with a straight-forward answer, but I have thought about it too much and gotten myself confused by my own thoughts.
When purchasing a rental property, it has been standard f...
Christina B.
Crazy Guests (a little venting can't hurt, can it?)
Saw Michael's post just now where he discovered a guest had taken a small heater- which is really a bummer. What are some of the weird experiences you all have had?I'll start off with my small list. I've had people ta...
Carlos Lez
Applicant with ESA
This is the first time I am receiving an application for an applicant for a studio with an ESA Cat. There are numerous posts about ESA laws but I am unsure as to what is the latest in Palo Alto CA. What documentation ...
Esmeralda Yniguez
Any drawbacks to sellers working with VA buyers?
Hi there, I am a newer agent and haven't had the opportunity to work with Veterans yet. I wanted to know if there are any drawbacks to working with Veteran buyers? I am told that it is more expensive for sellers to ac...
Kevin Galus
Security Deposits
How do you handle security deposits? I know that they are placed in a seperate account, but I am wondering how to account for non-refundable pet fees? Can I treat this as income and move it to my day-to-day checking...
Linda Hastings
Tax Implications of Discounted Notes
I'm trying to understand the tax implications of investing in discounted real estate notes. I've heard a couple of differing opinions about how to calculate what is taxable income, but I'm curious to hear from some CP...
Dan Davis
Possible Bedbug Problem
Hello Bigger Pockets, this is my first post on the forum, I'm looking forward to getting more involved with the community around here, but I'm diving right in because of a possible issue I may be dealing with.I have a...