I have come across a duplex in a class B area in good shape. Each side has 3 bed rooms, 2 baths. The asking price is $60,000, and each side rents for $650. One side of the unit is rented by a very clean family of 4...

Hi Everyone, Do you still use business cards?   As a Realtor or Investor, does having your photo on your business cards make a difference, do you think it makes you stand out from other Realtors or Investors?  Why or ...

Recently I was reading something that suggested putting in crown molding and finer touches to a rental property. The purpose to attract quality tenants. The idea on the surface sounds good, we all want to attract qu...

Ok, I have a dilemma. How is the best way to collect rents if the majority of your tenants don’t have bank accounts. I know it is hard to believe in this day and age but there are a significant number of people who d...

There are old discussion threads on this, but wanted a fresh perspective with a new thread.There is a dusty rose colored tub from the '60s that was painted white with a DIY kit; the paint is peeling away. I have dist...

Just can't help myself on this one. Article out of Chicago today and front page here in Ft Myers . Fl. You've probably noticed all the fat kids walking around these days. I know why!! Food stamps.
12% of kids in my...

Just renewed the lease a month ago with my current tenant. I asked her to scaduale walk through inspection before the renewal and she did delay on that until sign the renew. I didn't disagree since she was my tenant a...

I would like to hear what other landlords use for locks. I was recently told about a lock that can be used on multiple properties but the landlord/owner can get in all with just one key. Anybody out there using any sp...

Hi all,I currently have an LLC from a prior business where I sold things on eBay. The business is still active; however, I'm not ordering any new inventory and plan on stopping operations when all my current inventory...