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Have you tried to talk to your local bank? Not one of the large conglomerates with a branch in your city, but a true local bank that is headquartered in your area. If you've got cash to put down, I'm sure they'd tal...
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So excited to have this BP community as a wonderful resource! I am a newbie aiming to purchase my first rental this year in the challenging Dallas (DFW metroplex) market. Would love to get your feedback on realistic c...
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Anybody have experience with tenant proposing they get a dog for "medical" reasons? She knows there's a no dog policy and has been in the building a while. I do not allow dogs, and this dog she's proposing will not be...
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Not sure how to proceed —2 adult tenants. No children . newly moved in and tested for lead on peeling paint on side of painted bathtub. Positive. From what I’ve read, I am required to remediate this if a child under 6...
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Some very interesting data to share with you all on April rent collections across the US. One of the factors that particularly caught my attention was the impact of agriculture across several of the markets. In your e...
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Hello BP familyNeed your advice...So 2 weeks ago I took the plunge and started my first direct mail campaign in Phoenix. I've networked with a few investors in town and pretty much explained to them I would be there b...
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Hello,
I’m New to BiggerPockets community. I have an interest in getting involved with real estate investing in the near future, specifically rental properties. I was wondering if anybody knows of any good strategies...
The buyers of our house are threatening to delay our closing time if they don't get to come in for a SECOND final walk through.Buyers—first time home buyers. Conducted inspection one day. Sewer inspection another day....
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I am looking to purchase my first rental very soon, and am starting to work some numbers. I was interested in what you experienced investors do to create a positive cash flow each month. Any hints or ways that you l...
This is the old idea of Planning. Let me know if I should change anything?
1. Find out where the lender is?
2. Find out where the court is?
3. Check the deed room for title?
4. Find a title company, if not, then go t...