I was in a house yesterday that had very unstable floors in two second story bedrooms. Sort of like a trampoline effect when you jumped on them (maybe not quite that bad but it was bad enough that you could easily see...

Hello! I am closing on a house Tuesday that has a significant pet odor issue! There have been about 6 dogs, a bird, and other caged animals living there.  It seems like getting rid of the odor can be a significant iss...

I've decided to jump into the deep end of the investor pool. I have purchased and sold a couple primary residences before, but this is my first time as both an investor and FSBO.If things go well, I would use it as my...

I currently self-manage my 7 rentals and want to keep this portfolio growing, while still self-managing. The key? Minimize annoying service calls and long term repair costs! Please help me add to this DIY preventative...

Would you invest in a property with significant termite damage? The seller is ‘taking care’ of damages in the first floor unit. But I’m unaware of further damages. I’ve asked my real estate agent if I can obtain the p...

I’ve always been amazed by the self-assuredness of seasoned landlords.
They appear so confident, capable and cool. So alpha.
Landlording is no business for the neurotic… the reactionary… or the timid.
I thought may...

Hey Team, I'm looking at acquiring a manufactured home up in Washington state and the seller is interested in letting me take over his mortgage. I keep hearing different rules and laws about the differences between no...

What do y’all do with tenant abandoned, roach infested, household goods?  Unfortunately this property is in a county that does not do bulk pick up collection at the street. I am not excited at the prospect of hauling ...

Hi, first time poster,I recently looked at a bank owned property for my family(2200 sq ft, 3 bed 2 bath, ranch). Going into it I was notified that it had heavy mold which I planned on baking into the purchase. It was ...

Greetings all, I'd really love your input: I rent currently but have been in the market to buy in SF Bay my first residence. I was considering:
1 - small ~750 sq ft condo (just me) - pro's: smaller input (~$110K down...