Joey Nakayama
Move-in fee v. security deposit
As a Chicago landlord, I've noticed many local apartment listings that ask for a non-refundable move-in fee instead of a security deposit. I suspect this is partially due to Chicago's strict laws regarding security...
Kirk R.
MY Realtor has started Working for THEIR side.
I have been working toward a buying a house using a Realtor as my Buying Agent. Deal is supposed to close the end of this month January.Summarizing, I made it clear to MY $#@!ing Realtor that I did NOT want my deal t...
Jonathan Johnson
6-unit apt, all vacant, cat-lady "tenant", distress Landlord
Hello all,Long time lurker, first time poster so be gentle.I live in a small college town and I found a 6-unit apartment that I'm considering purchasing. I have a friend currently renting there ($600/mo) but he's movi...
Kyle Smith
Indoor pool flooring
I’m currently building a pool cabin in Gatlinburg and I’m interested in some opinions regarding indoor pool flooring options. I will be pouring the pool floor next week and I had originally considered stamped concret...
Nick M.
% interest to charge for Land Contract
A tenant is interested in buying the house he is renting from me via Land Contract. I have not done this before and would like some opinions on what to look for and how to set up the payment?
I am curious what commo...
Kevin G.
Considering investing in STR properties in Kissimmee, FL or Tampa from California!
Hello everyone!
I am very interested in investing in STRs in Kissimmee, FL or in LTRs in Tampa. I currently live in California and am wondering if it is feasible to invest so far out of state. How much would I realis...
J. Martin
NEVER sell any RE in your Life, and Get Rich!?!
I've had so many people tell me, "If only I wouldn't have sold that home, I'd be retired.." etc.. So many, over so long, who wish they wouldn't have sold that property when they moved to a new primary residence, or...
Zach Mitchell
First Rental - 4% Rule Quick Opinions Needed!!
I am looking for some quick opinions on the deal below. Can I really go wrong with this?? I have submitted the contract and just waiting on the seller to sign but we have already agreed verbally. I have been looking t...
Missy H.
Kids upstairs are running around and making noise
I have a two family and just rented out the upstairs to a couple with two young kids. The husband has excellent references and has been paying the rent on time. They want to live there long term and he has even done...
Tim Wilkinson
Income verification
Hi all,I have a prospective tenant (a couple) that are both self-employed. Both parties (unmarried) gave me a copy of their experian report: 738 and 698, which is a good enough score, but I didn't pull the reports. Ho...