Every day in the forums it's the same thing. "I'm just getting started and I've analyzed a ton of deals (never seen any in real life) in several markets that are nowhere near where I live because where I live there ar...

We like the idea that this company caters/markets to investors; however, they denied one of our client's seemingly legit claims and it seems they trying to deny another one on a technicality. The second claim remai...

I'm learning some hard lessons on my second rental property purchase here in California. I inherited 2 tenants that have refused to pay rent since closing on the property in late October. In late November I served a 6...

It's been a while since I posted on this, and I get a lot of questions on it, so here goes:
1.  Location matters.  Gatlinburg is ground zero.  You will pay a premium to be there, but it will probably pay off in the l...

Hi EveryoneAfter reading through many excellent posts, include the "Diary of a New Construction Project" by @J Scott and @Joshua Dorkin, I thought I might add our voice here on BP. I am proposing to track the entire l...

Hi All,So as I’ve been reading the BRRRR book, listening to podcasts and researching/practicing analyzing deals every day, I can’t help but think about how you will know what a rehab might cost. If you’re investing fr...

HI, I was just wondering if anyone is using Facebook, instagram, etc. to make  informed decisions on potential  tenants in addition to all other background checks and references.  If so, how are you approaching the us...

Hi guys,I'm looking to update a washroom in one of my rental units.  I need :1) New flooring (probably a ceramic tile) with sub flooring2) New vanity and sink3) Mirror and some paintI've called a few places and the qu...