Nathan Gesner
What is the hardest part of DIY management?
There are pros and cons to self-management. Some landlords are very successful. Some lose their shirts, destroy their health, and even ruin relationships. Most land somewhere in the middle.If you have experience as a ...
Jamie O'Connell
Cash for Keys Thoughts
I know that most people preach about cash for keys, I have had two tenants I have tried it on and it has always lead to an even bigger headache and elongated the stress. I inherited one tenant when I bought a property...
Veronica Giggers
Thoughts about purchasing multifamily with all 1 bedroom units
Good morning BP family. I hope everyone is realizing your RE investing goals. We are considering purchasing a 9 unit multifamily. All of the units are 1 bedroom. Historically we were discouraged from purchasing prop...
Angie W.
How do you respond to telephone inquiries?
While I know the information I want to know when someone calls about my property, I always stumble when first answering a call.
Me: Hello, How may I help you?
Caller: Yes, I'm calling about the house fo...
John Morgan
Longest tenant you’ve had?
Just curious how long some of your tenants have stayed. And any advice to entice them to stay and be lifers with you. I’m all about low turnover!
Noelle Mastelotto
Moving to a New (Midwest) Market
Hi BP community!My husband, myself and my four pups are selling our house in Austin metro area and looking to move to a new more affordable market. We’ve done a few live in flips and are hoping to get into our first h...
Haley Powell
New Investor Questions: Condo vs. House
I am 24 years old and have recently graduated with my master’s degree (read: not rich). I have a job secured in Dallas that pays $50k pre-tax, and I’ve been pre-approved for up to $211,000. I’ve been listening to BP p...
Bill Briscoe
Should I rent to tenant with 540 credit score
I have 1 property which rents for an above avg $1275/mo, SFH, tenant pays all utilities, yardcare, etc. We did a full reno 3+ years ago and have a mtg so cash flow is only about $450/mo. So far we have had 3 tenants...
Deisy P.
An applicant asks if I discriminate against "ex ex felons"
An applicant contacted me on marketplace and asked me "So use discrimate against ex ex felons". They asked to come see the place and I said, as long as you meet the requirements we can move forward. They then proceede...
Cedric Jenkins
Is it impossible to overcome a minor mold issue?
Hi, BP family. Quick question..We found a property being sold as is for 25k. However there’s a mold issue (not severe). Work needed is 8k.ARV is 63k. I believe I can leverage the fact that there’s mold to lower the as...