Hello all! So I am going to meet with a realtor for the first time this weekend to go check out some homes. He just sent me a bunch in my price range via MLS. Some homes he sent me have current tenants paying rent. I ...

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About a year ago we purchased a 2 story 2000 sq house in Garland, Tx as a rental. Got a great price but put about 25-30K in upgrades including new A/C, water heater and appliances. The house is all electric an...

I'm beginning my first rehab in inner city Baltimore.  I've read a lot of very useful information about shoring up rentals pre-tenant occupancy and during turnovers.  I'd LOVE to hear what very specific fixtures peopl...

I am helping my son to fix up his rental. He is considering section 8.  The house has a newer roof, newer windows, electrical and plumbing. New flooring,painting, countertops, all around refurbishing is being worked o...

Lately Ive seen multiple postings and and articles about people having trouble finding inventory that fits profitable numbers.

How is the inventory in your area and what does your 2013 look like?

Ever get a tenant offering to pay a few months in advance?

I am in the West Palm Beach area. I have been more focused this year with trying to get the first property under my belt. I analyze properties pretty regularly (my focus is on 2-4 unit multifamily). Every listing is q...

Massachusetts needs an end game for its Lead Law. Officially, “the Lead Law requires the removal or covering of lead paint hazards in homes built before 1978 where any children under six live.”The law, as is true of ...

Alright BP, any and all thoughts on this particular deal would be appreciated! I'm trying to solve a problem that a client is facing, but I'm currently having just a slight 'brain fart'. 
Owner has a property (Town H...

What was your biggest or most complex job?  For me it was adding a 40 gallon gas hot water heater to an existing 40 gallon electric electric.  I had a spare gas heater sitting around collecting dust.  The house was a ...