Robert Johnson
Anyone have any experience with REI Blackbook?
Anyone have any experience with REI Blackbook? I saw it at a seminar but I haven't heard anyone using it.
Jack B.
Septic inspection - get second opinion?
The county requires a septic inspection every three years. I hired a company, which turns out to be a guy operating solo. He came back with 3K in repairs that will be needed...yet when I asked him if they need to be d...
Oliver Sparks
Uses for vacant small town buildings?
Most of my life is spent living in and cruising around the midwest. Particularly in the Kansas City and Des Moines metro areas. And when I'm traveling to the outskirts and more rural areas, it bugs me that I see so ma...
Greg Todrank
Stessa Pro -- Pay for features
Looks like Stessa has finally gone the way of the world and put all their essential functions under the "Pro" umbrella for $20 / month ($16 billed annually).I'll probably make the investment. Does anyone have anythin...
Kenneth McCormick
Smart lock & Thermostat recommendations for Air BNB rental
I'm looking for recommendations for a WIFI programmable keypad doorlock and thermostat. Have an Air BNB / VRBO short term rental that is out of state and our property manager is technologically adverse so I would like...
Tamra Parker
Looking for CPA/Tax Accountant in NC
I am looking for a CPA or tax accountant in the Charlotte, NC or Raleigh/Durham, NC area that has extensive experience working with real estate investors. Want someone I can grow with as an investor.
Matt Brown
Pier and Beam Foundation Issues
I'm looking at what appears to be a deal at first sight, all the numbers work out, I'm liking it. I would buy and hold this house as a rental. Oddest thing though, it came off the market and back on the market a coupl...
Raul Buitrago
How to calculate Equity accrual
Hello i read an article by J. Scott where he refers to a spreadsheet. The article is great and the Spreadsheet really good. I was able to follow the Example on my own Except the Equity accrued. His Example ...
Sam Bhattacharya
How do you deal with a tenant constantly asking to make repairs?
Say you have a tenant who wants you to replace carpeting that is worn but still functional. Or he wants you to fix a gutter that is old but still does the job. Or he wants you to paint a kitchen ceiling when all it ...
Kristen T.
How do you handle repairs and sending a contractor?
We've been landlords for almost 7 years and never had any problems with letting the tenant schedule repairs with the person of our choosing for their own convenience, then the contractor just sends us the bill. This ...