Bryan Hancock
Bringing Up The Negative Influence Again
Some members of our site repeatedly berate new members and generally wreak havoc with negative comments. I know this has been discussed before and it isn't popular, but what are the current thoughts on a negative inf...
Dennis O'Banion
Is break even or less on rental ever ok?
Looking toward retirement which I would like to begin in 10-12 years, I am two years into my first rental in Denton TX which is returning around 11.5 ROI% and $360 per month cash flow after expenses on a 30 year note....
Michelle Brast
DR Horton /Lennar Homes - Using their lenders Pros/Cons?
I am looking at buying a new build for a long term rental property. Does anyone have any experience with DR Horton (DHI) or Lennar Mortgage? They are offering some great incentives, lower rates and closing costs. I a...
Michael Sjodin
First investment into a buy and hold deal
Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Vista.
Purchase price: $427,500
Cash invested: $8,000
A mostly appreciation based purchase motivated by short and long term appre...
Jim S.
Should this property be my first BRRRR?
It’s an old duplex and a detached single unit built in 1920. Currently rented out under market value, bringing in a total of 2500. Its ARV is 1.2 million, I can get it for 700k. This is an expensive market in CA. Look...
Chris Schlamp
What should be my next move? Expert advice needed!
Hi everyone,I'll begin by telling you where we're currently at. Currently we have 4 properties (including our personal residence). our first rental was a 3 bedroom single family home. We used the equity from that to p...
Shawn S.
Due Dilligence if a property is already occupied
So I'm looking at a property that should be a solid deal for us. 72k duplex in really good shape in an up and coming area. Very small place, 1 bed 1 bath, but very solid condition. 2 tenants both paying $475.00....
Kenny Hall
Freezing temps aren't going away - notify your tenants
What steps are you taking to protect your properties during the freezing temps? Looks like we'll be in the single digits again this weekend and negative wind chill. The wind getting into the crawl spaces and freezing ...
Cassidy Burns
Renovation Project Complete! Great rental
Hi BP, Extremely excited/pleased with how my last 2 renovation projects have gone. Here are the numbers on the most recent one:Purchase Price: $12,000 cashPaid sellers closing costs: All in $12,981Renovation Supplies...
John Curseaden
Brown houses
Is it just me or does a brown exterior detract from the curb appeal of a home? Dark/chocolate brown always suggests old to me, while tan seems to wash out into nothingness. Just wondering if dollar for dollar al...