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I'm newer to flipping and have bought 2 properties off the MLS and one from a wholesaler. I'm about to close on my second purchase from a wholesaler - like in 2 days. As a Realtor, I am used to being able to do a fi...
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Purchased my first house to rehab!!! Excited and terrified! I'm ripping out carpet and putting flooring in but I can't decide between vinyl and laminate. Vinyl is pricier, is it really necessary in a rental? I'm looki...
My wife and I (newlyweds) are looking to purchase our first rental property in Victoria County. What is the minimum amount of money that you would ideally like to have in savings after putting down a 12-15% down payme...
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I thought this would be a little "just for fun" forum to see how creative every one would get. So this is it.If you had to purchase brand new appliances. On a tight budget.(Refrigerator, Rang,Washer and Dryer) What wo...
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What are some more cost effective ways to locate vacant property owners besides: (1) Sending letters to the address thats affiliated with the vacant property according to the MLS database, (2) Using ACCURINT (becau...
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I’ve recently started to take action after a couple years of studying the real estate game. I want to start off wholesaling and start marketing, but unfortunately I’m a college kid working on a very tight budget. Some...
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Hello everyone! I Need advise/opinion from the experienced people on my next move. Here is my scenario:I bought a primary residence.Gained equity in 2 years and took out HELOC to purchase my first rental property(dupl...
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Hello all!I work for a company that helps people with poor or fair credit find rent-to-own homes while they repair their credit. I write a few blogs on financial tips, budgeting strategies, give free spreadsheets to h...
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Hi Guys,I would like to know if you guys have a checklist that you use to inspect new homes as part of your buying process. Sometimes we don't have a contractor with us and so it would be good to know what things to l...
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Hi Friends, I recently got my first rental. now I have liabilty for it, but should i place it under an umbrella coverage? what do you guys think?