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Hi all, I figured I start a forum post detailing my experiences as a new-ish real estate investor. I've written a couple of blog posts, but it may be better to use the forums as well to generate some active discussi...
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[punchline at the end] I have a legacy tenant that has been living in the building since purchase (7 years ago) and they recently killed their gas range with only one of 4 burners working. When they notified me it wa...
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So...one of my tenants is claiming that she and her daughter are seeing a spirit in the house. Did not know how to respond to this. If it was a maintenance item I would send my guy to take a look right away, but what ...
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Let’s start a list of issues with the property it self and how we fixed them:1. Painted over wall paper - used a belt sander with 60 grit, then a skim coat mud, then normal paint prep.2. Not enough matching doors - re...
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At least once a week, I got a message on here from an investor looking to buy a condo or townhome to use as a short term rental for AirBnb in the Phoenix Metro Area or Flagstaff.Having discussed the pros and cons with...
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I have been narrowing the field of potential organizations for my 4th property and beyond. I have had calls and emails with Memphis Invest, Spartan Invest, Norada, and MetropolitanI know there are many more out there ...
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Economic Update
(Monday, October 5, 2020)
The economic collapse sparked by the pandemic is triggering the most unequal recession in modern U.S. history, delivering only a mild setback for those at (or near) the...
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Hi BP members, I have a tenant that has called me to report what he believes to be a mold issue that is causing him to be sick. Now I have checked the plumbing and found no issues and I normally am pretty dil...
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Economic Update
(Monday, June 28, 2021)
Should Investors Wait Out this Crazy Housing Market? I know. I know. I feel your pain. You’re an investor. Investors buy and sell properties. You’re chomping at the bit ...
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As quoted by some of the great titans throughout history, time is the most valuable asset that people possess. Time spent on viewing and maintaining a property can be leveraged towards finding your next deal and build...