Apparently, enough people are concerned about the price of oil that it has affected Houston’s ranking according to the Urban Land Institute. Realistically, as an investor, you always have to be cautious about what pr...

Our new tenants (a newlywed couple) moved in yesterday with their two dogs - a German Shepherd (10 y.o) and a Rhodesian Ridgeback mix (5 y.o.).  The Animal Addendum they signed requires the dogs to be on a leash at al...

I'm interested in getting into real estate syndication. I found a couple of funds that I'm interested in. I'd be interested in any ideas regarding how to conduct my own due diligence into these funds. How can I tell i...

I’ll try to be as concise as possible:Had a nasty guest over Christmas. Left a bunch of trash (we charge $15/bag), she asked about this the night before checkout and confirmed the cost. We leave a starter pack of ever...

I am new to this forum. I have been using a property management company for almost 1 year. I have found it to be stressful and feel like I need to micromanage them.I came into this situation after my husband died and ...

ok so we purchased a duplex about 2 months ago and the tenant has paid on time no problem. But when we have asked her to sign a lease with us she refuses to sign not even a month to month lease. WhatLast owners had on...

Hello community. We (a partner and I) are finally getting our ducks in a row and would love come general strategy advice.In exchange, I can offer you detailed technical advice. Want to start a website? Create a mobile...

I bought my second house this year at the end of July. I rent my first house out to my mother. I could use guidance on maximizing my tax return. Can someone please advise me on how I should be claiming (and on what fo...

Hi all,New Chicago landlord here. In Chicago I understand that we must give 60 days notice prior to a rental price increase or termination/non-renewal of a tenant's lease. However, looking for some advice on communica...

Good afternoon BP Members,I am in the process of acquiring my second buy and hold long term rental investment property.  I am still undecided on whether or not to start an LLC at this point.  For my first property, th...