John Ma
Licensed Contractors' civil responsibility and integrety
Hey guys, I hope someone who may have been around the block may be able to steer me in the right direction. This is my first time working with a sub-par contractor.I had a roof replaced recently (shingles and boards)...
Melissa N.
Taking Over 12 Unit with Under Market Rent and Pets
Hello all, We are purchasing a 12 unit property. Each unit is about $100 under market. Also, the seller allows pets but charges no fees at all. This has turned the place into a "pet motel" (some having 4 pets in a 2 b...
James Burrow
Frustrated by lack of cash flow properties in our region
Hello all. My name is Scott. My wife and I are just beginning our investment journey in real estate. I just turned 50, so I feel some pressure to get started quickly given we are late in the game. Our local market...
Ruiyue Guo
Whether it's a discrimination to require tenants' income 3* more than rent
I want to share my real awful experience in recent days for applying for apartment in Chicago !!!I am an international student graduated last December, and get a job in Chicago which start on March 20th. After my hous...
Ben Lovro
Why Property Inspections Are Essential for Investors
Introduction
Buying a property can be a thrilling adventure, especially when you're searching for the perfect place to call home or a smart investment opportunity.But before you dive headfirst into the world of real ...
Dave Cieslicki
Is Illinois good, bad or average for investing?
I wanted to see if anyone has thoughts on whether or not the Illinois real estate market is a smart place to be investing given the current budget issues?
Nature B.
I think it's time to fire my Property Manager
I firmly believe that you never know how good or bad your property manager is until you have issues with your tenant or your property. With that said, I'm having issues with my tenant and therefore I am now having is...
Michael Murray
Need to get creative with absentee owner
Hey fellow BP'ers,I need some advice on how to approach an absentee owner.I currently own a single family vacation rental in the White Mountains in NH and one of my neighbors is an absentee owner. It's kind of a stran...
Lou Ruggieri
Commercial RE: When Do You Make An Offer?
Okay guys, this feels like a super-newbie/bordering on embarrassing question at this point. I have two multfamily buildings under my belt, but I'm now looking at my first commercial apartment building, which will be ...
Account Closed
Which To Choose: LLC or S Corp
Hey, Bigger Pockets Family!I am just getting started in my real estate investing journey and working to lay a solid foundation in wisdom and knowledge. I believe it is wise to develop a general (if not thorough) under...