To help absorb the carrying costs of financing flip properties, I agreed to remodel an unfinished basement in exchange for a lower-than-market rent for myself. Now that its complete, I see how badly the area under the...

Hi all, I have a property built in 1980 with original windows that are definitely showing it's age.  I met with a window contractor (America's Best Choice) and the guy presented me the option of getting windows that m...

Hi BP...In the news recently, the new administration is trying to re-write the Dodd Frank bill.  Forgive my ignorance, but what did the bill do that harmed the REI community?  How will the re-write benefit us?________...

So, I mostly just wanted to share an alternative view on the whole property management vs. deal with headaches yourself debate.I have 6 units in three states: 2 apartments and a store in Brooklyn, a condo in Florida, ...

Hi everyone! I’m currently exploring real estate investment opportunities in Canada as an international investor. One of the key challenges I’m facing is understanding the financing options available to someone withou...

Hello everyoneI am relatively new to being a landlord and today I had very unusual situation that I don't exactly know how to tackle.I own a 3 story building with poor attic insulation and during the summer the attic ...

Hello BP,I recently closed on a 5 unit property where all of the units are way below market.  With the current rents I am operating at a $200 monthly deficit. All of the residents are on month to month leases and this...

I heard that it is better "dollar-for-dollar" value to buy older houses when looking to House Hack. I don't get this. The phrase "dollar for dollar" is a little confusing, and I don't know why one would prefer an olde...

Hi All,We just closed on our first buy and hold property, a four-plex.  The units are currently rented, but way under the market price. I reached out to each of the tenants, confirmed they are interested in renewing f...