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I am strongly considering opening a Self Administered, Self Directed i401k so that one of the investment vehicles can be - you guessed it - real estate notes and mortgages.With that said, I don't want to preclude myse...
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What documents do I need before or at closing to properly show transfer of lease ownership to me when buying a property with tenants in place already? This is my first time buying with existing tenants and just want t...
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Hey BP community!I've been a part time RE investor for about 10 years. Little background on me to help paint the picture for my business concept. I'm a licensed builder and have been actively building and renovating h...
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Hi All!Quick questions about investing in Milwaukee...How much is your insurance and what provider do you use? I'm looking for cost effective solutions (singe families, duplexes, condos).Any recommendations on contrac...
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So, I just purchased my first duplex. I have a tenant in there now. Do I introduce myself to him? How do I talk to him about the payment. Also, the bathroom and kitchen need renovating a little. I don't want to go in ...
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I am looking for new renters for a condo (Salt Lake County Utah) that I just had repainted and re-carpeted. My ad says No Pets. The 4th applicant just contacted me by email asking " Would you be willing to allow pet...
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I'm doing a deal another state and I don't have any of my team there at the moment so I was looking to see if there was a place where I can hire someone to sit and talk to the other party in my place. Can anybody help?
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Most of the landlords I talk to around here provide a lawnmower and gas and have the tenants maintain the lawn. This is in 1-4 family units generally. 5 and up they either pay a specific tennat or hire a professional ...
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Hello BP,When is the best time to sit down and speak to a soon-to-be inherited tenant about the new lease terms, rules, etc.?I have read it s best to do it before closing and other have told me to do it right after cl...
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Starting your journey in real estate investing can feel both exciting and overwhelming. The promise of financial freedom, building wealth, and creating long-term security is enticing, but the path to get there isn’t a...