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Hello BP members, This might be a subject that has been discussed here many times, but since I am new to BP, would love to hear from newer members as well. I am new to Real Estate investments in the area of Detroit, I...
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Well, news flash on the Today show, number one tax cheats are contractors, second is landlords. They even have it down to geographic areas, sections of LA, Dallas, some other cities were named.
If you haven't droped...
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For my long term rentals, my tenants pay me by venmo, and I have had no big issues. Its fast and easy.I have just listed a mid term rental on Furnished Finder. I see they suggest offering the tenants the option of pay...
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I own some rentals in blue collar areas. Some houses are notorious for being occupied for 3 months no issues, then late payments, then partial payments, then no payments, and eviction. They cash flow excellently whe...
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Hey guys, I have a potential renter wanting to use a credit card to pay rent. In this case it is a government employee attending a government training camp (FLETC - Brunswick, GA). The government provides the person a...
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Hey all - Looking to start off 2017 with my first BRRR property.This will be my first rehab. How do you typically go about paying general contractors advances for the project? Putting the money in escrow would be opti...
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Hi Newbie here!
I was curious as to whether any landlords (residential) accept credit cards as payment and any pitfalls they have had.
I understand that it isn't the same as cash but...
Thanks.
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As 2014 comes to an end and 2015 soon begins. I want to purchase my first rental property under 50k in Atlanta GA in Q1 of 2016. I will eventually move there when i'm older. NYC isn't where I want to live anymore. I'...
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Has anyone done a comparison of what is the recomended, best and lowest price Merchant Processing Companies exist, out in the marketplace. I currently use Square but the fees are too high for debit cards - the major...
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All,Has anyone had any experience with these guys? They contacted me stating they can provide easy access to business capital. Bottom line is they charge you $30 to do a credit report. Based on your credit they reach ...