When most people think about section 8 housing, they think of run-down homes, troublesome tenants, and negligent landlords. This stereotype may prove true in some markets, but for Dr. Joe Asamoah, this is far from rea...
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I was recently in discussions with a management company in Charlotte for my 11 unit apartment complex in Gastonia. She insisted that in order for me to sign a property management agreement with them, I would have to a...
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So, I recently listed a property for rent or for sale by owner. I have had several inquires about the property as a rental and the majority of them have been people on disability benefits. I know enough to know that...
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Hello, This question goes out to people that rent out property in Ontario, Canada.Is there a standard rental application that we must use when screening our tenants in Ontario? I believe that we have to use the lease ...
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Hey guys!
For meal expenses while traveling overnight for a rental activity, one can use either an actual expense method for meals or standard meal allowance (utulizing per diem rates. See here http://www.irs.gov/pub/...
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Hey everyone, is it possible to get a standard residential 30 year mortgage with 25% down on a non owner occupied mixed use property??? I am trying to put an offer in on a property right now but I am being told by m...
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I had a discussion with an investor friend of mine the other day over self managing my multi family properties( right now 6 units) because I know no company will maintain my properties like I will. His suggestion was ...
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I'm in the process of acquiring class A office space and have been comparing leasing agents proposals to market and lease the space. I've encountered something that I'm finding odd and I'm wanting to see other markets...
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Considering selling my off market property. Was asked if I would be open to paying a commission. What is standard protocol for commission on off market deals? Property is around $1.3 so commission will be a nice size ...
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Is it standard no matter what the appraisal of your property is?