Has anyone got experience of hiring and working with people on odesk?

I am thinking of hiring a VA to scrub for leads so they are coming in more consistently. I think I would use oDesk. A few questions for those investors who use them: What are some things to consider when choosing one?...

I am in the process of trying to enter a REI partnership with two close childhood friends. We have been discussing and collaborating for a few months, but there is obviously a lifetime of information to learn! We are ...

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...

As an owner of a general contracting business, I get to experience the growing shortage of trained workers on the front lines. Things have been changing. So many retiring and so little learning these trades. As a stud...

1.) I am wondering if real estate investors generally purchase their primary residence with similar rules as their investment property. I am about to purchase my first home and feel guilty for not being too sure o...

There is a short sale on the MLS in my market that is very, very close to where I live. If I were to someone acquire this property I would rehab and it a sell it. I have a few questions -

* Is the listing a...

I receive lots of questions regarding Detroit.  Here is a link to the current events in Detroit.http://insider.foxnews.com/2015/04/03/gutfeld-concealed-carry-permits-only-piece-brings-peaceNancy Neville

I started last year and I have 5 units in Phoenix area and couple of primary (bought in 2014) and secondary home (bought in 2021) in Seattle which is where I am based. Phoenix is getting more and more expensive and nu...

It's been close to two years that my wife and I have been officially referring to ourselves as "real estate investors". Its been amazing how many people we've met and doors have opened by talking openly with others...