The L.A. City Council may soon pass major legislation to force owners of certain apartment buildings to retrofit their properties for earthquakes. According to the L.A. Times, the legislation may affect 13,500 wooden ...

I'm in the beginning discussions and research of going into REI with my two brothers.  We don't want business/money to be something down the road that could potentially harm our relationships.Has REI with siblings as ...

Hope everyone is well. House for rent on market for 4 months, recent price reduction. I have 3 applicants, employed, mid 20s, combined monthly income is $200 short of (3 x rule). 2 of them have excellent credit, 1 ha...

The lease on a commercial space I have rented for 7 yrs is up for renewal.   Problem is 6 months ago new building owner took over.    He is taking full advantage.   Increasing rent by 20%.    I know I have the leverag...

Hey gang, I've been radio silent on the forums for years. I sat out the boom bust since 2008 and focused on returning to full health after a spine injury. Now I've got a property under contract:$78K purchase$35K in de...

I am seriously considering doing an online degree, for the fact I have a lot of spare time and I really would like to learn more about Business. It will take 4-5 years but there is no rush and I can only gain from it....

We recently bought a house, after getting two foundation bids, a stinker with cut floor joints.  This added another 10k to the rehab and killed the deal for us.  How do you guys protect yourselves from this?  We talke...

Hey folks!  I recently started using YourPorter as my PMS to help manage 25 units.  It's certainly bang for your buck and does most of what I need it to, but I am wondering if anyone has 25+ properties that they manag...

A friend and I are planning to buy investment properties in the near future in Huntsville, making a trip out there in February. I would like any recommendations for realtors. Thanks in advance.

  I have a question for the seasoned Direct Mail pros on BP. And if @Michael Quarles would be kind enough to weigh in, that would be very appreciated.  It seems well known that from early spring through summer are the...