Eli M.
Empty Lot next to a property
Dear BP family,I was wondering, what are your thoughts about empty lots next to your property, is it a risk factor for your property? Also, how can I find out what's the history of that lot? I am just thinking if they...
Paul Riser
Acquisition via Promissory Note, Hold and Sell in Detroit
Investment Info:
Single-family residence other investment.
Purchase price: $6,000
Cash invested: $9,500
Sale price: $97,000
Simply a buy (via a down payment and promissory note at $500 per month ...
Cassandra Sifford
BRRRR'ing Next to a Vacant Property
I'm looking to seller finance this SF locally to BRRRR. Numbers are pretty good...- Purchase price: $32k- Down payment: $10k- Renovation: $30k?- ARV: $140K- Rent Potential: $1250-$1300The issue is the property next d...
Shamar Armstrong
Using a home equity loan to buy another home: Good or Bad Idea?
I live in New Jersey and have had my condo on the market for a few years now, off and on. I do still live in it. It's not selling because I am also in an affordable housing program with the township and can only sell ...
Dave Laird
Does a rental need curtains
I'm list my first rental this week. Do I need to provide curtains? Are there pros and cons?What about window blinds? CheersDave
Travis Gazarian
The duplex with the eyesore next door
Ok... The Duplex has two problems. The first issue is the the house next door, the owners have built on an addition and have chosen to leave the outside unfinished. This dose not seem like a big deal but they have don...
Matt Alvino
Best Tactic for a Eyesore-ish Neighbor
Hello all,I have a 4-family property on a very small block. Only 5 houses on the entire block. The neighbor across the street is a single-family home, but the house is set back all the way on the alley. So they have a...
Sarah Lam
Need feedback for my REI plan - esp from Chicago and Dallas investors!
Hi everyone!
So I've been dutifully reading and researching about REI since I've joined this site. I've mapped out my goals, and would really love to hear some feedback. FYI, I live in San Francisco and can't...
Gayle Eisner
Really, really need some helpful advice! San Jose, CA
Please Help! I am a home owner of an 1932 "cabin" in the Santa Cruz Mountains, (Los Gatos) and I just received a letter from the county of Santa Clara. This letter said that they were inquiring about "possible viola...
Debbie B.
Lease Renewal/Repairs Needed
We have one rental property and the lease is about to expire. The tenants are interested in purchasing the property, but have poor credit. We had hoped to set up a lease option, but after spending HOURS on this foru...