What happens to the tenants security deposit if I purchase a multi family building with tenants already in it.  Do I get those from the previous owner?  Do I have to factor that in as a cost of purchase?  Is there a s...

This topic comes up frequently on BP and it is something I am currently wrestling with for some new projects I have found. What percentage of your net worth are you willing to risk on any given type or set of project...

Economic Update
(Monday, August 10, 2020)

The resurgence in coronavirus cases is sidetracking an economic recovery that gained steam in May and early June, slowed in July, and now indicates a rocky path ahead. ...

I just put together this spreadsheet for using comps to estimate the value of a potential property.

Have you ever wasted time trying to play around with adjustment amounts to get your comps to all end up around the s...

Hi all! It is my current understanding that in order to qualify with most lenders for a commercial loan, the loan applicant needs to be a business entity (i.e. LLC). First and foremost, if this is incorrect - please l...

I'm interested in getting some user feedback on an important topic for me, as I think it will help us better shape BiggerPockets to fit YOUR needs. I'm hoping to learn more about what our users are taking away from t...

I currently live in Hawaii, but I used to live in Northern Indiana. A deal popped up back in IN. It's a package of 4 houses (8 units total) for $200k, cash-flowing $30k+/year!What kind of advice can I get from the BP ...

I'm on day 3 of setting up Podio. My first project is organizing the properties/contacts I've identified while driving for dollars. I feel a little stuck at the moment as I'm trying to refine the apps.My thought is th...

Hi All,I've recently had someone apply for a 1 bed 1 bath apartment I have for rent. I'm having a hard time deciding if I should accept the application or not and would greatly appreciate any feedback one way or the o...

I have a new tenant that wants to vape.  My PM has a no smoking/no vaping clause in her contract, and he (tenant) wants the vaping part removed.  Does anyone have any experience with tenants that vape?  Will vaping ca...