Ginger Williams
How to prepare for Meth Labs in Rentals?
I'm always looking for ways to minimize my risk. I recently discovered that meth lab clean up isn't covered with our insurance. For those who don't know, cleaning up a meth lab can be very costly - and there's a right...
Cindy Pena
Securing a Property
We've inherited a property in ABQ., and we live out of state. We are going back and forth to the property, but it has been broken into and looted five times in the last three weeks. We had ring cameras and deadbolts i...
Andrew Potievsky
Which cities have the most promise for long-term rentals (cash flow)?
Hello everyone! I'm interested in buying my first investment rental property with the goal of maximizing cash flow (e.g. targeting multi-family where possible). I am in New York so I'm looking to buy out of state.What...
David W.
Lurker first post - Orange County CA, San Antonio, Chicago
GreetingsI first discovered BP around 2006 via google. I've read many of the blog and forum posts over the years. But just started listening to the podcasts while cleaning up and prepping one my rentals in San Anto...
Adam Z.
Possible to “subject to” with lien on property?
I found an off market property in which the owner had stopped paying her mortgage and foreclosure was imminent. I put in an offer to purchase the property for how much she owed on the mortgage. The day before closing ...
Luke Cionci
New Home Buyer - Contractor Nightmare
I recently bought my first home and had started replacing the siding myself. Along the way discovered some of the walls were rotted out due to previous termite damage. Since this was out of my experience I ...
David Clarke
Has anyone had experience buying vacant property from the city?
Planning to invest in my first property this year.I’ve identified quite a few potential properties. Some of which I’ve discovered are owned by the city of Chicago. I have looked into the process and while it is time c...
Andrew Briones
Cash Back Credit Cards
Any suggestions on a "Cash back credit card?" If you recommend using one or if you know of one with a great rate.
Steven Alvarado
First Time Landlord Looking For Advice
Hi,I recently got my primary residence leased out this month. I’m excited about it but lacking the knowledge behind being a landlord and the responsibilities that come with it. Curious if anyone had some Do/Don’ts , s...
Khalipa Oldjohn
What does property sales instrument code OR and CD mean w/r/t a vacant lot purchase?
Hi, so I won a tax deed at an auction for a vacant lot but I am trying to determine if there are a bunch of leins on it. The last few sales codes say CD, QC, OR, OR. I know QC means Quit Claim but what does OR mean? A...