Brian Dickerson
Proper way to structure business for rental properties
Hi all,I know the *real* answer to this question is ask an accountant. But I dont have an awesome real estate savvy accountant yet and sometimes the best advice is from people who are experienced in doing it.We are i...
Bryan Hudson
No down payment with "properly" written purchase agreement?
Some time ago, better than 5 years now, I encountered a couple who claimed they avoided the down payment by often taking care of it in the purchase agreement. Their claim, was that they would get the seller to agree ...
Drew Denham
First rental - windows not wrapped properly - need help!
Hi all, My rentals windows are not wrapped properly and the siding is coming away from the house (under the windows). There is about a 2-3 inch gap on the bottom of some of the windows and a contractor quoted me $1200...
Bill Pollnow
Properly vetting service professionals i.e. CPA's or bankers
Hello Bigger Pockets world I am hoping to get direction on a good way to properly vette a CPA, Banker or Insurance agent. It is a constant struggle to find professionals that are a resource and not simply transact...
Glenn Himan
Proper Insurance for Fix n Flippers | Hard Money
Hello BP Fam -I'm currently under contract with a house that's going thru pre-foreclosure and closing on it next week. My partners & I will be flipping this home and need some recommendations on local insurance co...
Ben Vogel
How to properly self-manage my rentals? Software
Hi everyone,I'm new to BP and I'm already loving this platform! What a great resource for RE professionals.I figured I utilize this resource the best I can and tap into the collective know-how here. I currently own 9 ...
Josh Stack
A "Hall Analysis" of Gastonia as a Market for Buy&Hold Rentals
Hey Everyone,There has been some good discussion about Gastonia lately, particularly in this thread started by @Johnny Szeto. While there has been some excellent discussion and some anecdotal evidence shared by @Ty...
Bernard H.
How to properly direct the seller what to do.....
I could use some advice and or recommendations on what to do in a situation. I have a somewhat motivated seller, at least I think they're motivated. They have a house in one state and another one in another part of t...
Brian Garrett
Flips & Rentals - Proper Business Structure When Buying Both?
My strategy includes buying both flips and rentals. I'm looking for some help with the proper business structure.I understand that flips and rentals are taxed very differently and should ultimately be kept separate.Or...
Steven Nguyen
How to properly ternmiate a month to month lease?
Hi everyone, my name is Steven Nguyen from San Diego. I need everyone help on resolving issues I have with a newly month-to-month renter. The tenant rented a room out of our house , and just moved in on May 1, (10 da...