Christopher Schmidt
3 Years This Month
I think this a good time to reflect as 3 years ago this month (August 2011), I purchased my first rental. It was an out of state duplex, in a not so nice section of Rochester NY.At the time, the rental was 1 of 4 pro...
Joshua Michael Hauman
The Evolving Benchmarks of Success
Throughout history, the metrics that define success have evolved to reflect the values and priorities of each era. The human experience parallels this trajectory as it plays out on a smaller scale throughout our lifes...
Cameron Barnett
Vertical Integration, Strategic Partnerships, and Scale Economies
The purpose of this post is to start a meaningful discussion to find potential partners in real estate investors, builders, handyman, property management, and real estate development while gaining knowledge of each in...
Michelle A Shriver
Construction Management Fee Question
If you have a third party managing / overseeing construction, CapEx improvements, larger repairs, etc. what is the fee (%?) you pay them for this oversight / management? Are there variables based on scope, cost, durat...
Ruby Ruiz
Buyers Are Liars!?
I have been in Real Estate for over 3 years now, and even though I find myself to be experienced and know the difference between a real buyer and a fake one, I still get it wrong from time to time. I have recently pur...
Annette Radvansky
Texas: Am I under obligation to replace the deck immediately?
Tenant has been in property over 3 years and last week told me deck needed repair. Someone came out yesterday, the deck needs to be totally replaced. I had it completely dismantled and hauled away this morning because...
Sanjay Christopher
Sellers not co-operating on closing date
Hi,I am a new investor trying to learn along the way. I bought a townhouse and my loan has been approved. With the initial offer to the place we agreed on having the closing date as 7/13but as of now 3 days left selle...
Robin Hunter
When it comes to PMs, what is more important, price or service?
Say you are looking at 2 different property managers. One will charge you 5% monthly and 50% for tenant placement. But then you have another one who will charge you 10% monthly and 75-100% placement. 1. Will you find...
Jun Lopez
Looking for an accountant in the area
Hello everyone, I'm looking for an investor friendly accountant in Jacksonville or southeast Georgia area. Any recommendation is appreciated
Jerry Cox
Opendoor Property Trust
Has anybody had any experience dealing with Opendoor Reality Group in the Atlanta, Marietta, Ga area? This is my first time and I'm buying a fixer upper that needs a new compressor, roof and a total kitchen remodel. T...