Theo Hicks
First Property Story: Success and (mostly embarrassing) failures
After deciding to get into real estate (after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, just needed to read the first chapter and I knew what I needed to do) I set up a meeting with a real estate agent/lender to go over investing op...
John Nisewonger
Do I supply AC Window Units?
Im looking at an older property to buy in my area. The unit uses oil heat which I am not thrilled about but its not a deal killer for me. But no central air means I need some sort of AC in the house during the summ...
Darrell Lee
I accidentally bought a house for $550... You ever do that?
I was farting around on Auction.com placing some low ball bids on properties that had super low starting bids with reserves... So a 2/1 in Memphis TN has a 1/4 acre lot, nice homes all around cul de sac but house had ...
Logan Hassinger
SCAM ALERT- "Private Lender"- Wire Loan Fees First Then I'll Fund
There is someone out there using my name (although they are using my last name as their first name and my first name as their last name) to lure other real estate investors in to thinking this person will fund whateve...
Shaun M.
The forums and podcasts never prepare you for this…..
Apart from a changed name, this is a true post. The incident happened last Friday night. The write up is divided into three sections. The story, The Aftermath, and The Lessons.---Bang, Bang, BANG! It’s midnight, my w...
Agustin Conti
MEDIATION with Insurance Company?
Hi, I put a claim on old cast iron pipes that went bad with the insurance company on a rental property and my claim was denied. I have need told by the insurance agent that I can request a mediation, to see if we coul...
Nikko Mason
Bathroom Remodel Layout Help
Hi,
I'm getting ready to remodel my first floor garage space to include another bed and bath. Weirdly the garage is the first floor and is as big as the second floor living area so there's definitely room but I need ...
Ben Einspahr
Cleaning Fee for "Emotional Support Pet" In Omaha NE
Hello BP Team,Reaching out for a little advice needed for some tenant issues we are having.We are having some tenants moving out that have a pet. They paid their refundable pet deposit of $250 and signed our lease pri...
Charles S.
Fireplace: Yay or Nay?
Hey I’m interested in purchasing a property with a fireplace.I’d love to hear anyone’s experience with having a fireplace in a rental. Horror stories are welcome. Just trying to see what I may or may not be getting ...
Michael Rossi
Shocked Again!
Just when I thought I'd seen EVERYTHING that you can see in the rental property business, I was absolutely SHOCKED today! Here's the story.
A couple of months ago, I rented an apartment to a 19 year old girl. Althoug...