Background: Purchasing my parents home to convert to a rental property, so I know the property well and it's been "in the family" since the late 70's.1600 sqft1 story ranch with full basement and attic access which wi...

If I live in a $600k SFH and have around 50% equity but want to "upgrade" to a $900k SFH, what would be the best option?I was told by the bank that I couldn't do a 1031 because it's a primary residence, and 1031 are o...

As I've been thinking about how much to set aside for CapEx/maintenance expenses, I keep coming back to the questions of: "How much should I really be spending on X?" It isn't a matter of questioning the percentage of...

I am considering switching to a heat pump with an electric heat strip for supplemental heating in our two-flat building, with plans to add a third unit in the future. Currently, we have a 200-amp service to the buildi...

Hi BP Community!I'll try to be concise in my question while providing enough detail.I just completed upgrades (new vinyl plank flooring, purchased washer/dryer) for my rental property while I'm between tenants.  Any a...

I am getting ready to close on a six unit building. As soon as I close next week, I will have to work with four of the leases expiring at the end of July. There is little consistency in the rents running from $500 to ...

Hi all,

Hope this is the right forum.

Renting a small 3br 1bath house built in 1950's with floor furnace ( not working anymore )

Was hoping to get some tips on low cost upgrades.
I would like to upgrade certain ite...

Hi everyone, I'm Dan and I am new to real estate investing.  Weighing if I should upgrade my existing HVAC and rent a 1 bedroom condo that I live in now near NYC or sell.  I'm aiming for a profit of $100 per month.HVA...

Hi Everyone, My name is Harvey and I'm new to real estate investing and the bigger pockets family. I've been listening to the bigger pockets podcast and I'm wrapping up Brandon Turner's book on Rental Property Investi...