Jeff S.
Deductible or not deductible?
A big surprise! We went to a RE conference in Irvine CA (Think Realty) (I live in Oregon) and the whole thing was rather expensive. It was much like a BP conference with even some of the same experts as the (a few yea...
Matt Cecil
DIY vs Contracted work for rental/flip
Hi all,I was talking to a family member over the Holiday about DIY electrical for his property. He is planning on doing electrical himself but found out the State of Minnesota requires that to be contracted out for a ...
Paul Aqua
Advice for new real estate agent
Hello! I will soon have my Real estate license ( I will have it by the middle of January beginning of February) and as a new agent with no prior experience I am looking for some advice. What do you seasoned agents wis...
Matt Huber
Feeling like a chump: Home Warranty Claim
Hello! I had an acquaintance with a real estate investor not long ago. He self-manages several properties, but also has a full time job which keeps him on the road quite a bit. He said that he purchases a home warrant...
Chris Core
First Investment property
Looking to purchase my first investment property. I wanted to start with a multi family. I am having trouble finding cash-flowing properties. Any tips for a first time investor would be greatly appreciated. We are abl...
Daniela R.
Pros and cons of buying single family home with "gas" heating?
This is only my second post in bigger pockets. I am a first time home buyer, and the first one to buy a house in my family. I am free of debt and after lot of hard work saved up for a downpayment. But I am still learn...
Andrew McManamon
Looking for realtor advice!
Hello BP,
I’m a real estate agent and I have been one for about 3 ish months. I haven’t had my first deal yet. I’m struggling to work with my SOI since they are the same age as me (20) they aren’t looking for homes n...
Bienes Raices
Dryer fire hazard?
One of my houses has washer/dryer hookups in the garage. There is a hole in the wall where the dryer tube, etc. is supposed to vent to the outside. Unfortunately, the way the house was built, the AC condensor is right...
Elijah Williamson
Should I take this deal? Alberta
I was informed this morning of someone looking to sell their house privately this morning. I quickly set up a time to meet the owner and discuss why he wants to sell and what he's looking for. I met the owner this aft...
Marsha Burks
Tenant began minor auto repair & cleaning in garage - RISKY ?
After move-in, one of my tenants began a business of purchasing used or auctioned cars, doing minor repairs and cleaning in the garage, and transporting to a used car dealership to sell. I was not aware of this activi...