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OK, so you've done all your screening, the tenants look good. No bad reviews from previous landlords.Tenant drives up in a nice new clean car and has good appearance. They move in, then comes the first visit 6 mont...
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I got the duplex I even have a quick response from my craigslist post. Then reality strikes. I'm clueless.How much of a deposit?Do I charge a application fee so i can cover cost of screening? How much?Is there some le...
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This is basically an information gathering post, some things I've been turning over in my head. I've got a few clients considering new construction and I've connected with an architect/builder firm so I have a good f...
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My sister-in-law has found a house in their neighborhood that has been vacant for years, and lo and behold, the owner has passed away and the heirs are looking to sell. Lots to be figured out in this deal but let's as...
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I put an offer in on my first deal on May 1st this year. My rate lock at 4.25% in the GFE expired on June 17th. After months of poor communication and performance on their end, I finally got final approval to close ...
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Hey everyone how's it going?My name is Coby Herzog, I grew up in and currently stationed in southern California (lucky me right?); I am looking for a business partner/property manager/ or just friends that enjoy real ...
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I am in the process of interviewing contractors and I have had several contractors offer to work/get paid hourly. They are basically saying I can pay for the materials and they will get paid for the work based on the ...
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I want to start investing in real estate investment in houston. I read few books and they all mentioned that get good deal to make money in real estate. I am starting first time and I am confused that should I wait fo...
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So was reading this little known book, "The Book on Managing Rental Properties" by this no name hack Brandon Turner... ;) And noticed in Chapter 4 it mentioned that military history is part of Washington's Fair Housin...
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Here on Bigger Pockets it is very popular to suggest that one can make loans through MLOs and avoid any responsibility for licensure and compliance. I have held that since January of 2014 that that is likely a very da...