Erela Plotkin
how much to provide for a good tenant
I am a brand new real estate investor. I purchased a duplex with a current very good tenant two months ago. I have put nearly $`13,000 in electrical rewiring of both units, painting, new ceiling fans, and a new hot w...
Shaun Caldwell
I'm ALL in
I am relatively new to REI (two months). I have an idea of the strategy I want to pursue (wholesaling SFR for now). I've begun networking with local REIA members and immersing myself in REI literature. I'd love to hea...
Jonathan Gordon
Young, self-employed, huge cash reserves in SoCal.
Hello, I am kind of in a unique situation when it comes to investing. I already have an idea of what direction I should go and I am not sure if I will get help here at all but I just wanted to see if there is any advi...
Jordan Burnett
Capital Reserves for Capital Calls in a Multifamily Syndication
Hey guys,For those of you who have invested in multifamily syndication or apartments for many years, how much do you keep in reserve for unexpected capital calls in case they occur during an economic downturn or while...
Bienes Raices
Sewer line inspections
Has anyone paid someone to come do one of these during their inspection period? My offer was accepted on a short sale where the seller and his friend apparently put in a new sewer line on their own (not sure what the ...
Tommy Lorden
Water & Plumbing Issues : How Does Your Lease Deal With Them?
I have been getting nickeled and dimed with leaks and clogs. From a prior life in Illinois, I remember we had no problem making all plumbing issues part of the tenant's responsibility in the lease. However, I'm n...
Tarl Yarber
Oh no...Has this ever happened to you?
Hey Everyone!If you actively do rehabs and flip homes, sooner or later you may get one of these! Every state/county/city/village/municipality/etc is different in regards to Permits, so every now and then I am sure so...
Ryan Cash
Should I hire a property manager for my first property?
We are going to close on our first rental property this week! A year and a half of analysis paralysis is coming to and end! My question is would it be best to hire a property manager or manage ourselves. Here is ou...
Patrick Philip
Is there a better finance strategy for large purchases than this?
Someone once told me that he "builds or purchases and repositions" at 75% of FMV. Then, after 3-12 months, he refinances at 100% FMV and they lend him 75% of the value, meaning that he got all, or most, of his money b...
Edward Farrell
Roach Infestation and other issues with Landlord non-disclosure
Good afternoon BP! I could really use your help here.My name is Ed and I joined as a Pro member this year to push my real estate education into high gear prior to making my first investment purchase. In the meantime...