David Malik
We believe in second chances
I believe that people who, "paid their debt to society" deserve a second chance. Most if given a second chance will leave a life of crime behind them because they have learned their lesson and believe the risk of the ...
Svend W.
Landlord residing in basement that lacks kitchen & shower
I'm considering purchasing a 2 flat property in a suburb of Chicago but the timing isn't great for the family to move--I would rather not pull our child out of middle school during the last year--so I'm wondering if t...
Ben Gleason
How do I handle such an unhinged tenant?
I own a property where I rent out the lower apartment while my wife and I live in the upstairs one. Consequently, I see my tenant quite regularly. I've had issues with this tenant in the past, as discussed in a previo...
Gregg Contreras
The End of Mega Buck RE Gurus?
Today marks a milestone in the industry. It's time to end the BS about making money in Real Estate! Yes it is very possible to make money, in fact a LOT of money, but you need to learn it as a real BUSINESS, not a ...
Wade Sikkink
Renting to a felon
A guy called me yesterday and asked about an apartment we have for rent. I gave him the info then he asked, "Do you rent to felons?"
I was a little surprised and responded, "What do you mean?"
He expla...
Jay Krietzman
Potential Screaming Deal... Not sure how to proceed.
So I'm new to REI. I have a relative who I overheard talking about a prior employees mother whose house was filled to the rafters with junk and the didn't live there anymore. I drove by the house and there is trash on...
Mike S.
Analysing Markets ??? Next Class A market????
How does one go about locating the best market to invest in within givin area? Do you just guess at a Class B that's turning into next Class A???
I am in Boston and 12 years ago to now investments have grown into s...
Andy Bondhus
Tenant screening: arrests & felonies
When screening for a new tenant, do you immediately deny them if they have any arrests or felonies? Or do you take into consideration how long ago the offense was?
Sean Ruggiero
Tax Question: Anyone pumped up AGI for a Re-Fi and later ammend??
Hi, I am trying to refinance out of a bridge loan and am pushing to meet the mark on income. My CPA suggested I use my W2 and my Rental Income and basically not claim much if any of the tens of thousands in expenses t...
Andrew Wong
How are you investors in Flint doing in the water crisis?
As many of us know, it's an unfortunate incident that happened, and something that nobody can really take into account. Is it something us investors can prepare for?Anyways, I'm wondering how you guys are doing, and i...