Angela Jossy
I am looking at a houseboat as my first investment
Some friends of mine are selling their houseboat. They've put a lot of time and money into it. It was their home and a place for them to do meetings and small retreats. They have two boats and they are selling them bo...
Harrison Cook
totally new HVAC system or replace boiler?
Hi all,This is my first post but I have a question. I dove into my first project back in April. I still have not decided if I should flip it or hold it. I like the area and believe there is a strong possibility of app...
Justin H.
Need tax help with duplex, Schedule E and 4562.
Hey Guys,
I'm pretty well versed with doing my own taxes, using turbotax or whatever.. I have the 2008 home and business edition here.
This year I bought my first house, a duplex. I live in the lower, and the uppe...
Craig S.
Salting Multifamily Question
Hello BP Community,
I have always had a long debate what is the best strategy when it comes to salting multifamily properties/small apartment buildings. The more units under one roof, the more efficient the cost of s...
Brenden Mitchum
RUBS vs. Submeter on Single Family House Hack
Hello everyone,I know certain iterations of this question have been asked over and over again here, but I have not been able to find one that quite fits my situation.I am in negotiations for a SFH in Gwinnett County, ...
James Hutson
Understanding Lease Agreements and What About Utilities?
A happy Saturday afternoon to you all!I've got two short questions for you(1) Is it more profitable/smart to include utilities in the rent or make the tenants pay utilities and have a slightly lower rent? I know the a...
Kai Van Leuven
Critique My STR Project
I am looking at doing my first STR project. I have been a LTR landlord for 16 years but wanted to try my hand at STR. I am looking for a critical critique of my plan and what you would do differently. Any feedback is ...
George Flevotomos
Share your expense reduction know-how
As real estate investors we are always on the lookout for opportunities to improve our NOI and increase asset value. At the same time, tenants are increasingly paying attention to the total cost of ownership, includin...
David R.
Tenant says it looks like an explosion down there (basement)
A tenant called and stated the basement looks like there has been an explosion down there. He said he went down into the basement and turned off the water after seeing hot water had been coming out of the overflow va...
Zach Robbins
Just in time! Closed on an 8-unit property today to end the year
I bought my first rental property in early 2015 (a duplex) which continues to be a success almost 3 years later. For one reason or another, unlike most, I felt a feeling of being content and went back to the sidelines...