Rohan J.
What are the most cost-effective add-ons/repairs to raise rent???
I just had a tenant move out of one of the units in my duplexes (in Kansas City if that matters), and it looks like there is some repair work that needs to be done on the cabinets, paint, carpet, door handles, etc.Whi...
John T.
tenant smoking issues
ive had some issues with a tenant smoking in one of my rental houses. Ive been soft on them because this happens to be my gfs house and ive basically hidden the issue from her so she doesnt flip a gasket, (i told he...
Christine Stone
To LLC or Not to LLC
Hello BP Friends! I'm ready to look at starting an LLC for my properties, but I've heard mixed advice about their necessity and benefits. I would be starting the LLC as a disregarded entity and reporting my profit/los...
Pedro Cardoso
sHouse Hacking in Greater Los Angeles under 500k
Hi everyone! I recently moved to LA and I am looking for a property under 500k to house hack. I have already read past posts on this topic, but would be great to get refreshed views. What areas you recommend looking i...
Lisa Kester
Help with Unethical Behavior by Appraiser
Possible ethical misconduct:
I listed a house for my spouse and his brother that was an estate. I sold the house to a close friend who is an investor. He also purchased all of the contents for an estate sale outside...
Ramon Purifoy
Late Payment Fee Recommendation
I have a rental where we have tenants who have paid on time for the last year. We use a rent system that is due on the first and late on the 5th method. We have student tenants who choose internally to split payment. ...
Jeph Cangé
Are you taken less seriously if your not PRO? Or are you just as official with a PLUS account?
Curious about BP politics as I consider upgrading my account to play with the calculators and access to other features.
Uday S.
Beginning investor question
Based on the podcasts, I understand that it's advisable from a Liability point of view to have a LLC for each of the investment properties. But, as a beginning investor, I was told that a new LLC will not qualify for ...
Hunter Peterson
Strategy & tips for investing in Austin and/or Dallas
I have been offered a position today to relocate to Texas (most likely Austin or Dallas) and its looking like it will be a quick turn around. I'm currently in So Cal, and would most likely sell here and buy there. I'd...
Kelly McCormack
STR/Vacation Home in NC Mountains
HI BP,My husband and I are seriously looking into purchasing a STR and vacation home in the North Carolina mountain area. We currently live about 4.5-5.5 hours away depending on where we purchase the property, so we w...