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My name is Kendra and I am interested in buying a property in West Englewood neighborhood in Chicago IL. I am located in Dallas, TX. The property is affordable and I can fix it up to add equity and increase revenue....
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I have a opportunity to purchase one HOA deed at 25 cents on dollar. I can rent it out and negotiate with bank for clear title in the meantime. My cost is 35k for a nice condo, A property in B+++ hood worth 132k. Anyo...
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If you are a real estate investor who buys single family homes, you should sit up and pay attention. This newly announced deal will affect the future of your real estate business and could even put you OUT of business...
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All:I have a 90 year old duplex that is in very bad shape in a great location. Some roof leaks, questionable heat, foundation issues, etc. It's just really old and technically it might be livable, but that's about i...
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My previous tenants who left in March, 2023 violated lease on multiple occasions. Biggest issue is that they kept 2 dogs without notifying me who seem to be peeing in the house for a long time. Loft and stairs have th...
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So I took a look at an old Mobile home that I had been talking with a seller about, but before I went out there I called the office and spoke with the park manager to see what their criteria was (thanks Cole). The man...
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We're looking to diversify and start investing in rental properties. So far, I've shortlisted these markets but not sure how to pick one from the below selection:1. Atlanta 2. Austin3. Charlotte4. Reno/sparks5. Dallas...
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Hi,Summary :Our Loma Linda home listing has been active for since June 21 with no offer yet.House is in decent shape overall but is rough around the edges ,Front lawn dead. Previous tenant did not maintain well. I ...
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Good morning BiggerPockets,Last week I started my first direct mail campaign. I bought a list from ListSource and sent out postcards to a few hundred absentee landlords in the area where I want to invest. The postcard...
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Hi BP Friends, I bought my first rental in San Antonio, TX on 12/31/20. Tenant moved in to start 2 year lease on 3/28/19. Within one week, the plumbing fixtures (toilets, shower, jacuzzi bath, combo shower/tub) backed...