The worst Insurance I dealt with - I had a sewer backup on one of my condos - and when I wanted to file a claim they say the policy does not include itA while ago another property had the same issue - and no issues wi...

Hello all,I bought a house for $300k and lived there for 4 years. During the time, I bought about $5k for tools and materials (with receipts) and upgraded the house myself (that would cost $20k if hiring contractor). ...

Does anyone know of a builder's risk/vacant condo insurance that does not exclude for theft/vandalism? Had a theft on a condo that's undergoing renovation. Coverage excluded for theft/vandalism.

Hello.  I am looking for advice on obtaining insurance for my rental building.  The building already has water damage to it and needs work.  I currently do not have insurance.  How should I proceed?  Will the insuranc...

To avoid paying capital gains taxes on the sale of my personal residence before I live in it for two years?

Hi BP. I have a client who recently purchased a duplex and is currently occupying 1 unit. He wants to rent out 1 bedroom in his unit. He obviously wants to rent to someone he likes but is worried that if he excludes a...

is there any compan which provides insurance for lead paint claims ?

Hi, BP.  We were just told by an insurance agent yesterday that property insurance for rentals does not cover burst pipes due to freezing in Cleveland area.  Would appreciate input on that.  That was new to us.   Than...

We have owned a home for over 8 Years and rented it for the last six years in California. Can we occupy for the next two years and then sell as owner-occupied to avoid capital gains?

Hello BPers!I am working towards my first investment opportunity. I want to break into the buy and hold world. I currently live in Southern California. I met with a couple different lenders and was pre approved for $2...