As a property manager, it's not uncommon to encounter situations where a tenant begins to incur additional expenses rapidly. Whether it's due to changes in personal circumstances or unforeseen issues, addressing these...

I've had two recent issues with break-ins and attempted break-ins within the last month at my triplex. My initial setup was a deadbolt and handle setup. In the break-in, the deadbolt was left unlocked and a student-te...

When it comes to financing investment real estate, a major component is lender options and my best suggestion is research and education. 
I entered the mortgage business in 2004, and almost twenty years to the month,...

I always hear people conversing about leveraging thier entire portfolio which is a great way to go. But is there power in NO leverage ? I was just concern of what people thought of dumping staright cash into rental pr...

I've been a host for a year now and have really enjoyed it. I've recently bought a property specifically to rent out full time and it got me thinking about how a STR business can expand.It seems like the main avenues ...

As I listen to the podcasts, and read many forums, I am wondering does anyone have an example of lock down, solid lease for a single family or multi? (2-4 units?) Of course, a mutli uni lease will be a bit different t...

My tenant did several marks on the walls that cannot be removed. If I have a painter do some patches, even if there are skilled, we will see a slight difference of color.

Can I use the tenant deposit to repai...

I have 2 friends that are having a hard time buying a home, is this an opportunity for a new investor? What I mean is, can I help them find and buy a home and also help myself in investing in my first property? I know...

My Name is Dave Fulkerson. I’m an investor out here in St Louis. I’m looking to get financing for an apartment complex that is currently listed at $925,000.  Talked to the agent and we should be able to get it for cl...

Real estate investing has become increasingly popular in recent years. One of the reasons for this is the ability to generate passive income. Passive income streams are a great way to create long-term wealth with mini...