Perhaps I have been lucky to avoid this on the first handful of properties but I recently had my first dispute with a contractor.  I received a bill for much more than we agreed to.  I called several times to try to s...

I have a now former tenant that I didn't renew her lease because of the condition of the apartment.  She has vacated the property -- which I'm thankful for -- but left lots of damage on the way out.  Door in the basem...

I’m listening to this book; “100 Ways to Create Wealth” and it mentioned something that caught my attention.
 It said, when you’re playing a game, you’re having fun because there’s a challenge or hurdle you’re tryin...

Hi guys,First time home buyer here trying to house hack my first property in the Portland/Vancoucer area.... The pacific NW I'm finding is a pretty tough place to cash flow on anything. Most homes fail the 1% rule her...

This is a combination real estate analysis/creative financing post.

I saw a property that I am considering making an offer on, but was removed from the market. It had some problems and was listed for a long t...

Just had a long term good tenant tell me that she would gladly pay an extra $25 per month If she didnt have to pay for coin laundry.  The washer/dryer work ok but are older and will need repair/replacement very soon a...

Ok, so we have not had much luck submitting offers on houses listed on the MLS. I’m having a hard time adjusting to this competitive market we are in and would like some insight as to how to structure our offers to ge...

Hey my fellow REI's,First off, I hope everyone is safe,healthy and most importantly staying in positive spirits. I am thinking of purchasing my second rental in Cleveland but given that I'm an out of state investor it...

Hey guys, thanks for all the warm greetings on this site. I've read MANY books on REI, attended a ton of meetups, seminars, bought a ton of materials hitch over promised and under delivered. Spent a ridiculous amount ...

A few weeks ago a supply pipe had broken in the unit. The water was shut off and the leak was repaired immediately. There is now a hole in the ceiling from cutting through the drywall/plaster. I have found a contracto...