Anastasia Jordan
Squatters!!!! Your wins and losses.
Im going to make this short.Tried to obtain an abandoned property through the city (Birmingham, AL).Discovered squatter.Told city. Asked about how do they deal witn this.Was told that it is too much trouble and pick a...
Tyler Darby
Second property Dreamin'
I am new to real estate investing and I want to purchase a second house.
Here is my situation:
I bought a house about 8 months ago for 168K. I put about 18K into the house for updates and now live in it with t...
Josephine Bolden
Wholesaler in Grants Pass, OR? Newbie needs help
I found a property i want to make an offer on in Grants Pass, OR and am totally lost. Just been on BP a week. Looks like the seller owes $187,000 (Value is $300k-$400k.) An auction is scheduled for Sept. I do not kno...
Jamison Colston
Raising credit scores for young potential investors?
For those here. I have a friend with a credit score of about 580 or so. Can't remember the exact number but she is wondering about ways she can raise it up quickly. I've never had a credit score below high 600's or so...
Josef Torkelsen
This might sound a little crazy…
I was hating my job, the long commute, the stifling manager, the boring day-to-day routine…and everything. I told my husband I want to do something just for myself, for us, for our future. In late November, I told him...
Melissa Thomas
First Property Complete! Now What?? BRRR or Build some reserves?
I am a full-time marketing manager and I JUST wrapped up my first STR remodel after 6 LONG months. I went over budget of course but my husband and sunk in a good 60K on property renovations and took on extra debt to r...
Shane Woods
A Texas RE License Journey
I'm going to use this thread to hold myself accountable, and hopefully help anyone else who may learn from my experiences!After launching my own website in 2012, Go To Thread Here...Dabbling in direct mail with @Jerry...
Alec Barnes
How Do You Ensure Quality Tenants?
I know there are a variety of screening practices used by landlords and property management companies. Personally, I follow this standard for every application I receive:
- Income of at least 3 times the monthly rent...
Jimmy Lee
First Time Landlord - Multiple requests to rent
I am a first time landlord and managing my own property. I have my property listed on websites and have received applications (with background/credit checks), along with many requests to view the property. The proper...
Anthony Lacko
Mortgage Options for High Income, Good Credit, Small Down Payment
Hi All!A little background... I have been dreaming of investing in real estate for a few years now. Initially, I want to purchase a home for myself first (currently renting), then look into a condo or small SFH to upd...