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:D Can a commercial office building, for sale, be acquired by financing the property at appraised value AND using a federal government tenants lease (5-10 years ) as collatteral or down payment on the mortgage for th...
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While I was investigating Arbitration in RE Contracts I came across some legal notes pertaining to whistleblowers and informants, I believe it's covered in Section 599 of the Dodd Frank Act and an option available for...
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Section 8 housing is a controversial topic among real estate investors. The program comes from a housing law passed in the 1930s during the Great Depression. At that time, the government was focused on providing high-...
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I have a bit of a dilemma. I'm totally new to starting a business, but proficient in running a property management company. I'm a licensed salesperson in GA, and will soon have a PM license for SC. Given that I'm a sa...
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Hello, I've been a broker for a couple of years now but only use it to drive my flipping business. Im always looking for new opportunities. Lately ive been wanting to learn more about developing and building residenti...
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I just had a realtor send me a property that on paper looks great. However, the area is historically 'rough'. She says its in transition so I'm just wondering what resources everyone uses to evaluate this kind of thin...
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Hi I am renting my home first time. I want to know is renting to section 8 is safe ? And what is the rules for that? Any different procedure do we need to do for section 8?
Thanks in advance
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My properties sewer line needs repair under city street - $18k for excavation and road work alone. Sewer line connection to the main is 15 feet below grade so there is a lot of excavation and then road resurfacing onc...
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Hi,I purchased a townhouse in Baltimore city. I submit rental property and license application. How long does it take them to complete the process? I already completed the lead inspection.I have a potential tenant loo...
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Does anyone know much about US Marshall auctions? We just had a property in my community go to this type of auction and sell for $0.40 on the dollar. No one knew about the auction, and only one person showed up to bid...