Charles D.
Do I require an electrician to check on the house?
My house's tenant complained about the safety of the house regarding the illegal wirings by the previous tenant. About 6 months ago, the previous tenant hook up 3 fans on the wall in the basement The fans are not lik...
Reese Millican
First Time Owner Occupied Rental in Eastern MA
Hey everyone. I have been an on again, off again user of Bigger Pockets for the past EIGHT YEARS. That is how long I have been deferring my goal of homeownership! I have finally reached the point in my life where I am...
Shiloh Lundahl
Sharing Success Stories or Bragging?
There are two schools of thought that I have seen compete when it comes to talking about success. 1) Don’t tell others about the successes you are having because it will make them feel bad, envious, jealous, or think ...
Judy W.
Selling a house with owner financing
I own a house free & clear in Alabama and I'm selling it with owner financing. I contacted an attorney and he advised me that I would need to give the deed to the buyer after the contract is executed. If things g...
Lori Beard
Best Markets to Buy Rental Properties
I'm new to BP, and have enjoyed following forum discussions. I have a question (or maybe two) about the best markets to buy rental properties.My husband and I have been purchasing rental properties for about 5 years....
Thomas Dunsmore
When To Find Renters After Buying A Property
My wife and I are in the process of purchasing our first investment property in San Antonio which is a duplex. Currently the property is vacant, and we are set to close on the 10th of May. Can we start advertising tha...
Eric Harrison
Opinions on west price hill
Hey all greater cincinnati real estate investors. So I’ve been hearing a lot of mixed things about the west price hill area. I’ve been made aware that lower price hill is where all the people went during the over the ...
Sarah Jukes
Financing & tips for 1st time investor looking at preforeclosures
Advice needed, in a Catch 22 situation. We are trying to find a house to flip. The market here in Coastal Central CA is crazy and most homes sell fast. Couple of questions. We have applied for a non qualifying loan be...
Joe P.
Home Inspection Complete, need opinions
Hi all - I am about to embark on my first (true) rental property. I went under contract on an as-is duplex in Gloucester City, NJ at what I feel is about 10-15% below market value with the intent to buy and hold, rent...
Sean Ploskina
Credit to the tenant for fans
My sfh in north carolina has had issues with the ac. There are two units and the upstairs isnt working. It will not be repaired until midweek at best. The tenant is asking for a credit for july's rent. I am considerin...