I just closed on my first rental last week. It is in another state (Detroit), is tenant occupied, and needs many repairs (new roof, electrical work and plumbing to name a few). I spoke with one of the tenants today an...

I will be graduating from college in December and I accepted a job offer making $20 an hour starting. I will be moving from my college apartment in May. I plan on moving to Milwaukee, WI. My girlfriend will be a Regi...

Not sure why this is such a difficult question.  I’ve heard different things from different people.  I’ve spoken with both DSCR lenders and conventional lenders.  No one seems 100% sure.  I’ve heard everything from ye...

Happy New Year BP Community!As some of you may know, the North East has been experiencing record breaking cold. This has been especially true in Saratoga Springs, NY. One effect this has on my property is that I canno...

I live in a community of mobile homes that are generally on 1 acre lots or larger.  Discovered neighbor is being foreclosed on and I'm guessing they have 30 days to vacate.  The 30 days are up on the 11th and the prop...

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I purchased my first flip house on Monday and as a new real estate investor, I would like to get some experienced rehabber's opinions on the threat of asbestos. I searched BP for asbestos-related forums b...

Hello,I'm starting out in real estate and have been considering doing a house hack in a multi-family unit. However, the more I learn about real estate the worse this idea seems. My understanding is that the golden sta...

I'm interested in getting into SLC area real estate investment, and would greatly appreciate advice from those who know the area. 1. Is now a bad time to buy in the SLC market, in general?2. I have an offer on a nice ...

Insurance: what’s your “it saved me” success story?We’ve all heard the horror stories and know the illogical thinking behind not having property insurance.However; In reviewing all of our property insurance with my EX...

Hi Everyone.  I have a house I rent to 2 men, or who need staff for care giving.  Each man requires 2 staff at all time to help with their needs. So we have 4 staff members in the house at all times. The Lease is set ...