Chris Schorre
ADU possible with a duplex?
Hi everyone, I own a fairly large lot (12000sf) in Clarksville. It's zoned MF4 but due to deed restrictions it is limited to two dwellings. The house that currently sits on the lot was built in 1990 and we plan to tea...
Chuck Dyas
My HOA is $7,000 in debt
First, a quick background on my situation. I own a condo in a ten unit building. There were plans for additional buildings but the developer ran out of money and the property is currently going through foreclosure. Se...
Chad Miles
Are we smart, or taking the easy way out? We need your opinion.
Hello BiggerPockets!Let's call this a... re-introduction. My name is Chad Miles I have been a member on BiggerPockets for a year or two now and have participated in some discussions and learned a ton. Now, I want to r...
Allan Rosso
Driving for dollars works! Now in desperate need to get creative!
So I'll be the first to admit, I wasn't very optimistic about driving for dollars actually working. However, my partner and I are committed to making our REI business work, so we gave it a shot. One driving for dollar...
Marcy Albrecht
Interest rate on private money loan
I am looking to lend some money to a RE friend for one year for her seed money to buy an investment home. I am coming up with two different amounts of interest. Help!
Let's say: $ 10,000 x 12% int x 1 year
When I put...
Caio Ferreira Torres
House Hacking Every Year Not Possible?
Hello all, I've watched a few podcasts where it was stated that it would be smart to house hack every year to take advantage of the low down payment loan options. With the new Fannie Mae 5% down payment conventional o...
Kalen Jordan
$50k property with $800+ rent in Memphis - good neighborhood?
Off market deal that was emailed to me recently - in 38127 - I'm curious to know if this is a good deal or not. I'm looking for 10% to 15% CoC in solid B neighborhoods - the returns on this one look attractive but I'v...
Erica Cauley
What should I charge for a Security Deposit?
The completion of my first rehab is 3 weeks away. I have my rent set but I am still unsure of how much I should charge for a Security Deposit. I have seen different takes on this. First and last months rent. First and...
Roy N.
The concept of "deemed interest" - does it exist in the U.S.A?
Good morning BP!
I was over in the blogs this morning reading Brandon Turner's latest essay, "The Definitive Guide to Using Seller Financing to Buy Real Estate" and, in the comments following the articl...
Murray Gale
What is the best way to get started?
For years now, I have wanted to get into the real estate business. My family and I have moved from Canada to Utah (Cache Valley, Logan), which means I essentially have zero credit, as we're starting all over again....