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Hi all:I was hoping to raise the rent on my income property but I have never done so previously. Tenant has been there almost 2 years. I was wondering what is the maximum I can raise the rent on a month-to-month agr...
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We're closing on our first STR next month (yeah!) and need to get the property set up for renters. Please tell me about some of your favorite STR furnishings/kitchen items/bedding/towels/security gadgets/etc. Put on ...
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I am currently looking to purchase my first of hopefully many rental properties. The market in the town I live in is not good for buy and hold at this time so I am looking at surrounding areas. I am finding property t...
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I"m on the fence. Bought a Guru course a few years back and was completely burned. I've been listening to Michael Blank's podcast and really like his style and knowledge but after listening to his webinar on Wednesday...
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My first post as an BP Member... let's see how this goes!
Finalizing an agreement on an owner carry deal on an 8-plex with 50% down... and the rest of the remaining balance financed over 36 months at 0% (yep....
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My CPA is advising that I should not claim all of my expenses using the "STR Loophole" in order to avoid an audit. I renovated a STR and ended up spending an amount equal to my annual gross income. This was because th...
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HomeHousingLandlord / Tenant MattersServicemembers Civil Relief Act and Eviction for Nonpayment of Rent
What is the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)?
The Servicemember Civil Relief Act (SCRA) provides protec...
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Hi BPers,My brother @Joshua Smith has a property which he purchased in May 2017, but has been design and in permitting (a complete nightmare) for the remainder of the year. Therefore, it hasn't made any revenue, as in...
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Anyone have a referral for good Skip Trace companies?
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I was wondering if anyone uses VoIP for phone service. If so, how is the service? Any thoughts? Advantages/Disadvantages?