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A high risk tenant wants to rent my property in Columbus, OH. He is willing to pay first and last month as well as two month security deposit all upfront. I am comfortable with the upfront payment but not sure this is...
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I appreciate any advice. I'm looking at 3 homes currently. Here's the break down. All are tenant occupied with rents listed. All are turnkey sales. All are near Cerner's new campus. Note: all property tax & insura...
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Hi everyone! I'm looking to start investing ASAP, but I have absolutely no money. I work at starbucks, and have some money saved in 401k, but honestly it's not going to be enough. Have a car that's too old to drive fo...
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Good Afternoon BP!I am working on getting started in REI, I have been particularly interested in the Baltimore area for my first property. Could anyone help me get started on what is the best way to get started. Also ...
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The braggable joys of a primo location. The convenience of being able to walk to get your soy latte or see that indie film from the Czech Republic. The frustration of multiple bids. The cost.
Buying in the city comes...
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Question:Do you use a smart lock to monitor access to shared spaces or utility areas of the property to avoid persistent use but allow access by tenants?Background:I am in Chelsea, MA and in the process of moving into...
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I am curious to know how many people are in process or planning to get their license? I have read different views on the matter. I am leaning on getting one just so I am familiar with the process or at the least, acc...
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Do you use Linkedin? If so, which membership do you use? Is it Premium, Sales, or ? Also, other than subscribing to different groups, I notice some of you have posts of podcasts, blogs, etc. Exactly how do you use Lin...
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Hi everyone, looking for some thoughts from members of biggerpockets.Our situation is:We are a married couple, live in the Bay Area for last 4 years (moved to US from Ukraine), have no kids, work in tech, getting tire...
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I am in the process of purchasing some rental properties for my portfolio. I finished my real estate agent course and am studying for the state board. However I have been told that there are some major cons with being...