I am currently battling with the local school district here in Orange County.  Capistrano Unified School District.  Their interpretation of the new ADU laws don't match up with the intent of the legislation.  They are...

Hi all, I’m a property owner in SC and use a PM. Recently, our PM company  responded to a work order to fix a malfunctioning microwave. After diagnosing the issue, noting that replacement parts weren’t available, and ...

I flipped my own house with a REALLY massive remodel (even changed layout and added a third floor) in 2008 and cleared $50k on that after the crash.  I've been on the verge of investing in rentals several times since ...

Hi all,We will be purchasing our first duplex in a couple weeks and I need to know how you handle little stuff that have entered my mind.  I know they say don't sweat the small stuff... so here we go.I know this may s...

So, like many of you, I recently heard about and read some of the Heroes Act legislation.
It's fantastic that the government is attempting to help everyone, but, honestly, am I the only one that's worried about this...

There seems to be a general assumption that longer occupancy durations can be achieved by using fixed-term leases (e.g. 1 year) as opposed to month-to-month leases. However, despite spending quite a bit of time on Goo...

I know you can’t technically discriminate against kids but GEEZ. What would you guys do? She’s qualified in all aspects.. just the total of 7 in a 4 bedroom makes me sick to my stomach

Currently reading Brandon Turner’s book on Rental Property Management. Wanting to manage my first rental myself, budgeting in management so that I can outsource it in the future. In regards to book keeping, what are s...

Hi All, I'm interested in shipping container homes in the Austin TX and surrounding area. Have you built one? Do you know of anyone who has? I'd love to explore ideas about container homes or container apartment compl...

So I'm working on my first real Estate deal. The seller is someone I've known for a long time and we are going to work out a seller financing option next Saturday.I don't know if anyone has ever done a deal like this ...