Hi BP,How do you create a paper trail for tax purposes when buying things (secondhand appliances, supplies, etc) off of sites like Craigslist where sellers usually require being paid in cash? Is a simple signed hand r...

Hello,I closed on my new 4B 3B home 4days back in Austin, TX 78728 area and looking for tenants to rent out 3 of the 4rooms. However I am finding it tough to find tenants since this is an owner occupied house. What ca...

I am evicting a tenant and I know of holes in the walls Can I do the repairs and charge them a hourly rate If so what would be an acceptable rate for the repairs.They also ripped the shelves off the refrigerator and I...

Hey everyone I've got a question. Is it better to buy a house outright or finance it?

**Spend money on a good mattress**Private bath.A full size bed isn't really that bad. If there is shared space put a recliner/love seat in bedroom. Dorm size refrigerator & microwave. Those simple things could mak...

Good afternoon BP,I need your help. I am new investor looking to do my very firs deal. This weekend I met a gentleman from Cleveland OH after introducing myself as a real estate investor, he proceeded to let me know t...

This is a bit unique and weird question to be posting on biggerpockets  but I'm unable to find any information.I'm in the process of purchasing a rental with the intention of furnishing it for short term stays. I know...

 I just had the sewer line re-lined at one of our properties. Does this count as a capital expense/improvement? or is it merely maintenance?

Hi all,I am in the process of furnishing my first rental and boy is it a lot to think about! I am currently compiling a list of items that need to be purchased (primarily looking at Ikea, Amazon and Costco). Does anyo...

OK, I know this is really off topic, but for back-pain sufferers it's quite important. We're looking to replace our 10-yr old inner spring mattress and have delved into the arcane world of researching memory foam mat...