I'm hoping I can find some help here.  I have been listening to the BP podcast for quite some time and am currently working on paying off some debt, at which point I want to begin investing in real estate.  Until I re...

Hi BPers, While searching the MLS for expired listings, I've come across a potentially good deal but it looks to be bank owned (foreclosed), which I use to avoid like the plague; However, I'm hearing more and more tha...

Hello,I am in the process of learning about real estate investing and being a landlord. I have identified a 10 unit complex that could be remodeled and rented out for a higher price. This would be necessary in order t...

Can a Chicago landlord terminate a lease at any time (i.e. no issues / paying on time etc) with written notice prior to the end of the term?  How many days written notice to tenants is required?Background:  I have a 1...

Right now in my area, there are several properties on the MLS that would be great rental properties, but they are simply priced too high to make them viable. They either have unrealistic owners or realtors who do not ...

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I need advice about whats fair when making a deal with a party who's on your principal brokers client list already. As per verbal agreement they consider that their client and collect half of your split( in...

If a Lease agreement state the tenants have an option to go month to month if they request it prior to 60 days of lease expiration, is the Landlord required to agree to it?

I'm a brand new investor. Have never bought a house and am completely new to everything including financing.1) What's the best way to look for a mortgage? I've heard banks, credit unions, mortgage brokers, mortgage ba...

I have a friend that asked me this question. He said if I buy a ready to move in home to lease to own to a good family at 20% below market/appraisal value. Could I find a private lender willing to work with me or do I...

Guys, looking for some advice.I've been working with a Seller to list her property. It's a long story but she was in a legal battle so I've been doing inspections on the property once a month for the last year.  Some ...