Every single person in the world at one time or another has had a fear of something. Whether it is a fear of something physical such as spiders, heights, the dark and water, we all deal with fears. For some real estat...

I've owned rental property for over a decade, and have learned some tips and tricks from experience, forums, books, and friends.  I no longer manage my own properties.  I've hired a property management company, and ju...

If I have a property under contract and I am marketing it (craigslist, REIAs, etc), what's the best way to handle all the requests to see the property on the inside? After all, it's not my house yet, and my seller wil...

This is my first time dealing with a short sale in which the owner on title is deceased.  The owner's son is considered the executor of the estate, according to the bank, but there is no legal trust set up.  We're clo...

Hi folks - I'm new to Bigger Pockets and to landlording. As I was getting started, I found a lot of great information here and hope it will be a good place to help me get started.I recently inherited a triplex with 3/...

Selling on owner financing is a key exit strategy for my real estate business, and the new Dodd-Frank Act regulations are really throwing a wrench in it.

A few investors and I pooling money together to hire a...

Tenant called on saturday afternoon, indicating there was an issue with the oven and is not working.I called some appliance repair companies on saturday, but of course most aren't working and returned my call on Monda...

I listed a house and it sold in 10 hours for $15K above asking. The buyer is now backing out 5 days after $5K earnest money cleared. It's my understanding they have 7 days to back out for any reason and get earnest mo...

Hi Everyone,I am new to the forum. I currently own a 32 Unit apt complex free and clear that I picked up for a steal!I have had many offers but at this point I am wondering if its better to keep it and rehab myself.  ...

The Basics: I've been watching the micro-climate that is San Diego's short-term vacation rental market since I moved there in 2015. I have numerous friends who rent out their primary residence and completely cover the...