Blake Bailey
Thoughts on Section 8?
My wife and I purchased a SFR rental for $200k. We put 20% down, only had some minor repairs before listing. PITI will be $1247/mo and will rent for $1700/mo. (I realize this is more down than most recommend, we just ...
Kimberly T.
Can you charge a different application fee for a married couple versus 2 individuals?
I'm researching PMs in other markets we're considering buying in, and have seen some PM sites with info for prospective tenants. When I look at their apps, I have seen some with the following type of set up:
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Mike Percy
Avoiding self-employment taxes on LLC rental income
Hello Bigger Pockets community,I am looking into the possibility of investing out-of-state in a buy-and-hold rental property for passive rental income. I am considering a structure of holding the title in a land trust...
Amy A.
Is my pre-screening scaring away potential good renters?
Over the years I've found that people do not read my advertisements completely and waste a tremendous amount of time showing property to people who do not qualify. I've recently been sending an email to every inquiry...
Scott Pigman
Texas Tax Sale Newbie Questions
I'm trying to understand how tax sales work in Texas to see if it's something I want to pursue further. I'll appreciate corrections or confirmations on the things I think I know and answers to the things I don't.I und...
Tarl Yarber
SOLD!! $37,000 Profit - A flip I only went to 4 Times...!
Hey Bigger Pockets!Once again, I would love to post a lot more often, time just keeps getting the best of me though and there are so many deals to do in this market!As normal, I like to post the unique deals that I th...
Dave W
Mentors?
New to the forum, curious how many people started out with a mentor. I am 21, a recent college grad, law school bound. REI has always been a goal of mine regardless of any other job. I have capital, no debt and excell...
Eli M.
A tenant with criminal records
Dear BP Community,I am reviewing an application for a potential tenant. this is a couple, not legally married, without kids.They are both in their early twenties (22), first time moving in together. They are willing t...
Jorge P.
Learn from Me. Don't Let this Happen to YOU!!
I'll start off by saying... I actually LOVE when things like these happen to me because it gives me an opportunity to learn & figure out the solution to a problem thats common in homes in my market. Now that I k...
Daniel Hornsby
Vacant lots and what to look for...
I recently came into contact with a sweet little old lady who called me from a yellow letter I sent her. She mentioned she had 2 parcels of vacant land side by side that she was considering selling. A total lot size o...