This post is more to organize my thoughts and collect feedback on the direction others might take. Here goes some background information.My rental in Des Moines failed the rental inspection for the following reasons. ...

Hi all, newbie here. I have read many threads and sincerely value the experience and wisdom of many of you.

I am a 24 year old young professional, I make 30k/year. I have 30k sitting in the bank and am interested to...

I am looking in the Sarasota area especially Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and Lido beach.  I also see that Lakewood Ranch is up and coming.  Can anyone give some insight and advice into this area?  Thank you in advance.

I have a Detached Garage apartment that is on my sisters property that we will be looking for renters soon. My niece and nephew age 12and 9 will be alone for short periods of time. I live next door but separated by an...

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Hi all,
I would love some advice on my specific situation. I’ve been interested in getting into real estate as a way to potentially have extra income and also have more of a safety net in retirement, either through ...

Is anyone aware of how to qualify a home you built as energy efficient via this irs form?

http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8908.pdf

My tax accountant mentioned this to me and this is the first I've heard of it. Aust...

Hello BP, I'm an it pro looking to move out to Real estate ft. I'm currently building a spec home that I'll be keeping, as my current residence sold quicker than expected. I'm looking to do spec houses fourplex const ...

So after being disappointed by the bank's unwillingness to negotiate realistically on foreclosures lately, I decided to start venturing into some of the more proactive methods that you read about in the books and try ...

Nothing is really outdated but how crazy should I get with doing any upgrades?  For instance if bathroom could use a renovation but everything functions and looks OK should I leave it be.  I guess what I'm asking is h...