Matthew Masoud
The Side of House-Hacking No One Talks About
So house hack is often touted as the best way to get started in real estate. I wholeheartedly agree. There is a real downside though that I did not consider when I got started in real estate many years back.My first d...
Ben Lovro
Why Property Inspections Are Essential for Investors
Introduction
Buying a property can be a thrilling adventure, especially when you're searching for the perfect place to call home or a smart investment opportunity.But before you dive headfirst into the world of real ...
Thomas Saunders
Fresh from Ecuador: New Investor and Developer
I found the site and am looking forward to sharing my experiences and learning alongside my peers here in Ecuador and in the US.
I originally came here in 2006 doing scientific work and couldn't help but say yes to...
Ron Thomas
What no one says about using OPM (other people's money)
If you read real estate investment books, articles on BP, listen to podcasts or just generally find yourself learning about real estate investment then you will notice a common thing that is almost invariably mentione...
Tracy Minick
Eviction Bill Passes in Washington Legislature!
Big changes have been passed by the State...credit to Snohomish County NARPMA sweeping new eviction bill has passed the Washington legislature and now heads to the governor for signature, according to reports.The evic...
Kelly Cochran
Is it insane to manage your own STR?
Hey friends,Really struggling with paying 25-30% of our gross to a property manager on our first STR. I love all the details that go into AirBNB (decor, set-up, marketing copy, customer service), so the only things I ...
Erik Sherburne
Higher rents more likely to come down than lower rents
As the rental market stays hot the rates are increasing quite a bit year after year. I don't see how that continue. When that slows or retreats does anyone have an experience, anecdotal or otherwise, as to how that...
Jay P.
Tenant Causing Mold and Liens from City on my property.
Hi All, I have been an accidental landlord for about a year. I ended up moving to another state and couldn't sell in time. The house is location in Oak Brook, IL.In the end I went ahead and leased out the property. An...
Christopher Perez
50% of Loan Requests get Turned Down Due to Improper Packaging
Preparing Loan Requests That Get Funded Lenders are driven by many factors; one of them is self-preservation. Simply put, no lender wants to make a deal that goes “upside down” Therefore, a would-be borrower, wants to...
Sam Dalton
Rent Payment Processing Time
Is there anyway to get rent money same day? If my tenant pays on the 1st of each month, I do not get the money till a week later because of banking processes taking 5 business days. Then I am late for my payment. What...