My husband and I are both employees but we would like to use our savings/income to start investing. I know that investing in real estate is a much better long term plan than just working our 8-5 job and a 401k. Our in...

I’m self managing my first rental property in Charlotte, NC. I have a tenant who has sighed a 12 month contract and already fallen 9 days behind in payments early into their lease. Every time I inquire about rent, I’m...

Well, we just closed on a 4plex. We did everything we were supposed to. We used the calculator. We calculated for CapEx and even put aside 12K for each door for emergencies.We hired a home inspector.Thank goodness we'...

just read this article http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/7021138It says I'm going to pay $2k to $5k for use of the funds for a double close? Doesn't that seem really expensive? When would these funds be needed? Can't we ...

Hey guys names Joshua Koo and I am looking forward to getting to make some meaningful connections with all you other members here who are serious about REI! I am 27 and new to the game. I am a medical assistant and ma...

What are everyone's thoughts on what would be a good amount of insurance to carry with four single family rental homes?. We have had a $1 million umbrella policy for many years along with $300k liability on each prope...

Glad I sold mine after they started requiring licensing and a percentage of your income....https://www.cityoftacoma.org/in_the_news/in_the_news_archive/tacoma_city_council_approves_new_rental_housing_co

Just wondering what people use for deadbolts, doorlocks, etc..  Any products offer efficient turnover?  I am leaning towards Kwikset Smartkey?  Any advice?

What do you guys think is a reasonable cost/sq ft for labor only to install new tile in a shower?  What if it includes replacing backer board as well?  The property is in Denver.  I’m talking quality work that will la...

So I have made it this far and life has thrown a curve ball.  I figured my wife could carry our families health insurance while we venture off into real estate.  Well life happened and now it is just me and the kids, ...