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So, here's the situation:Our current income is around 250k+ via W-2 now, and was about 200k-ish in 2015 and previous few years. In October of 2015, we rented a house. After a couple months, the owners put it on the m...
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I just wanted to share, about 6 months into my search in earnest and I have successfully closed on my first 4 plex in Des Moines, IA, hopefully many more to come!
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Has anyone had someone refuse to leave after their stay and or attempt to live in the STR indefinitely?
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Hey everyone, I have a unique situation that I'd like your input on. I have a tenant who got a few $100k as inheritance. She doesn't want to spend it all on a house and would prefer to keep renting from me for $1500 ...
I have not done a mortgage or refi in a decade and am currently in process with a reputable credit union. They use a third party for processing and servicing and my mortgage consultant got me a great rate as they wer...
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Tenant was supposed to pay rent on the first. Found out from him on the second that he had already moved out. The room was left in good condition and I have 1 month security deposit from the tenant. His rental agreeme...
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I have some younger tenants that are applying to rent a 2/1 from me. They said they have unpaid medical bills and that wrecked their credit. I was thinking of keeping 2x monthly rent for a security deposit to offset t...
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Hey BP family!I am curious about different medium-term renter pools in the DC-Metro area. It's common that people bring up travel nurses and insurance placements, but in the DMV are there any other occupations or scen...
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This is my first investment, Is this a good deal or should I walk away? My goal is to keep this investment for 30 years, so long terms
House information: This is a 2 unit house, located at 55 Kallen ave, colonie ny ...
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Hey everyone! Long time listener, not much of a forum guy but I thought you might have some good advice.Back story: Renovated my own house. Grew up in contractor family. Ready to branch out and invest like a saavy inv...