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Hello All, I have been working on my real estate business for the last year. However I have not had a business account and have been using my personal funds and Amex for my expenses. So I need help understanding how t...
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Not sure if this is the proper thread for this or not, but here it is.......
I just did a search of the forums for this website and no hits popped up (unless I didn’t search properly). So, I am posting it to share be...
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There have been various posts about the potential returns vs risks associated with getting a gym in your STR, but I was wondering if anyone has first hand experience with this?
Yes, the liability risks are higher, b...
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What is the better software for managing rental houses. Quicken Rental Management or Quickbooks Pro 2016. I did see there is a small forum on this, but I still cannot make a decision. Any further help on this would be...
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A local HVAC company has been working on the AC unit in my rental since mid July. They came out at least 5 times in total, and told us that there are more things to fix each time. Finally, we decided to get a second o...
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I have recently been made a partner of a firm that will be adding at least $1 million in cash to their portfolio every year hopefully for the next 30 years. I am trying to be forward thinking. I personally believe tha...
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Are you an expert on adding fiber optic to a land lease community to increase profits through controlling ground line telephone networks, security systems, cable TV, internet access, et al?Is it cost feasible? What ki...
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I approached the seller of a property before they made listing agreements with their realtor and am allowed to purchase the property without going through the realtor. Is it legal for me to purchase the place with the...
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In some states, builders and property managers can take advantage of rebates on space and water heating equipment, substantially driving down the upfront costs of upgrading. The offer Energy-Efficiency Programs To Mak...
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My husband and I are buying our first 4-plex this summer. Do we need to get a basic business license before we do so to get tax write offs for equipment we buy for fixing them up? (New computer, power tools)
Should...