I'll try to be as succinct as possible.  I have a question on a couple of options on how to structure our first deal.We're buying our first property, a duplex, from a friend.  My friend must walk away, after everythin...

Hi All,Am getting ready to own some 40 rental units in Chicago, in a couple of south side locations. I'll be self-managing, and have both the time and pretty solid experience. There's just one problem (ok, probably mo...

Assuming I can purchase, rehab, rent and refi out all cash outlay while retaining 10-20% ARV equity while the property continues to support > $100 a door / month cash flow after expenses. Tell me why it doesn't mak...

I finally got my first direct mail campaign done. Looking to see what response I get. I did make a personal call to one of the property owners on list. Didn't say yes, but didn't say no either. Well, waiting for the o...

I have a tenant that I'm letting out of her lease early - she is one of three people collectively renting a house. In exchange, she is going to locate a replacement that is acceptable to the other tenants and will pa...

Lesson from Radiant Young Adults night in Tampa – "Staying Power"Last Thursday's session reminded me:- Stay consistent- Play the long game- Consistency always beats periodic bursts of intensity- Consistency might feel...

Has anyone ever formed a REIT?

I am in the process of buying a small MHP consisting of nine lots with eight of those lots having trailers on them that will be purchased with the park. I am not finding a clear answer on how those homes will be depre...

Hi everyone!,             I just wanted to make a quick post to help out investors when it comes to raising rents in your buy and hold properties!Something to keep in mind when leases/TAW agreements are soon to end an...

I'm looking for opinions about what are the pros and cons in regard to spec building vs. flipping residential properties.Thank you in advance.