I need some help with someone who is an expert in this area.I have a few rentals that are taking applications now.  One lady has a section 8 voucher for $940.  I have a 3 bedroom house for $950 and I said I could work...

We had a guest who just checked into our Pigeon Forge, TN Cabin. The fireplace needs some repairs to the lining that wont be done for a few weeks so we have an automated message that goes out to guests just before che...

Hi All - I may soon be relocating from overseas to the San Francisco area.  I'm totally new to the area and looking for information.What areas to target for an initial search for residence (renting)?  I'll need to jug...

I am interested in mobile home parks. Have not bought any yet. I am curious, have you had any concerns with your personal safety buying mobile home parks? Second question was about liability. Have you had concerns or...

Hello, all. I tried to look through the forums for a related topic to this, but couldn't find one. With all the news of mass shootings, more and more people are buying weapons for their own protection. This isn't to s...

The only benefit that I've heard from people of carrying a mortgage on your personal residence is the tax benefit.  Maybe it's because my interest rate is so low, but I don't have enough deductions (including my mortg...

Newbie here. I'm preparing my first STR in the Austin area for guests. I'm near a river, so there are plenty of bugs around. The house was built in the mid-70s, on slab foundation, and has the original windows (which ...

What would be the pros & cons of purchasing a property with a tenant from previous owner?

Hello everyone, I am trying to rent my home to try and have extra cashflow. My wife and I both agree we need a bigger home as we outgrew our present home. I want to rent and my wife wants to sell. She tells me what is...

We're evaluating a deal that involves a Section 8 tenant already in place. We've read that the government will guarantee up to 70% of the rent on behalf of the tenant. However, I do know that Section 8 has a bit of a ...