Mathew A.
How to prevent squatters/thieves between tenants
I have a property that is having issues with squatters and thieves (taking the copper piping and water heater). The property has been vacant since February. I have a property manager, but it takes a very long time f...
Carrie Pledger
How well-maintaned should I keep a home?
I have two duplexes. As soon as I bought them I made improvements. I wonder, how many improvements is advised for a rental property? Do I keep it as nice as my house or do I do the minimum possible? (For example...
Marvin Meng
My Eviction Experience(s)
I originally posted this in response to Joshua Joshua Dorkin 's thread on evictions. It's a great read. (https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/198716-how-to-evict-a-tenant-the-ultimate-guide) I thought my e...
Michael Woodward
Is it important to provide somewhere for people to sit down in the home you're selling? What about music?
I'm working on strategies to improve the desirability of homes I list for sale and was wondering what your opinions are about providing a place for people to sit when they come look at your house.
My gut tells me t...
Gretchen Roberts
Capital expenses and NOI
I've read that capital expenses shouldn't be included in an NOI calculation, but is it ok to include a per-door reserve? (By OK, I mean if I include it and use the resulting figure as reasoning for making a specific o...
Jason Merchey
Taxation of Cash Flow/Equity Gain in MF Syndications
How are 1) cash flows and 2) any equity gains upon disposition treated in multifamily syndications? I've never been through one round-trip.My understanding is this: the cash flow distributions are not taxed because of...
Account Closed
15 unit multi-family opportunity, need guidance
This would be my first deal. Its in St Mary's County, MD, 2 hours from where I live. I've had one conversation with the owner who is very aware that I am inexperienced and new to investing, from the questions I've ...
Paul Klaas
Anyone with Experience in College Rental Properties?
Wife and I are looking to purchase some properties near a University. Wondering if anyone can give us so lessons learned or advice. Thanks!Paul
Tracy Z. Rewey
12 Days Of Note Investing- Day #5 Restructuring To Accelerate ROI
Anytime note buyers can accelerate payments on cash flow notes it creates an opportunity to increase the yield. One method is to simply go for an Early Payment With Incentive. This next example was borrowed from my hu...
Rachel Fazio
Noob in Arkansas (LR/NLR)
Hi all,Noobie in Arkansas here. I'm thinking about RE investing in a couple of different domains, still kind of feeling out the market here and in a few other places I'm familiar with. Very excited, going to look at a...