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[Calc Review] Spot the Errors?
View report*This link comes directly from our calculators, based on information input by the member who posted.Hey all! This is my 2nd ever use of the calculator and I was wondering if you could help ...
Amy E.
SmartLocks vs. Locksmith
I've only been in business a short while, but own three rentals. One I had to turn over already due to the quality of tenants, and it just happens to be the house with the most door locks I've ever seen on a 1200 s.f...
Sendhil Krishnan
My RAL (Residential Assisted Living) Care Home Journey
Hi guys I wanted to post an update regarding my RAL (assisted care home) journey and updates on to the current status. I've had quiet a few people reach out and ask about my thoughts about my experience with Gene's RA...
Nicole Pettis
Rich Dad Poor Dad Fake or Not?
Anyone who listens to the podcasts and or researches the recommended reading for Real Estate Investing, Rich Dad/Poor Dad is at the top. Currently I have been listening to it and I have to say, I wish I had listene...
Terry Hollinsworth
Contractor wants to take most of insurance money to replace roof
Contractor agreed to replace my roof if insurance would pay for damages. He came to my door offering his service. To my surprise the insurance company agreed to pay $21,000 for damages. Our contractor quoted us $20,00...
Mark Douglas
Property management unnecessary , even while working full ti.....
Looks like my 1st property will be an FHA owner-occ quadplex. I've heard time and time again that there's no need to hire out property management for this small multifamily. What I'm unsure of is how I would handle ...
Robert Tinker
How do you pay your contractors?
Just got my first deal. Now we are ready to renovate. Is it customary to pay contractors anything up front? Most bids came in asking for 50% up front and 50% upon completion.
Pablo Pozo
Would you own rental properties free and clear (No mortgage)
Hello biggerpocket members,Me and my wife are still relatively inexperienced in the world of Real Estate investing. I considered my self a conservative guy and my strategy is to buy and hold. I have one rental (renta...
Taylor Hughs
Scaling: Why should I buy single families first then multifamilies later?
Hello Bigger Pockets community. My name is Taylor, I'm 18 and want to become a real estate investor in the next couple years. As of right now, I have read 3 books and have listened to countless hours of podcasts tryin...
Gordon Starr
Should I hire my own kids to work for me?
Hey everyone,I am a sole proprietor with a steadily expanding buy and hold portfolio. My kids are age 8 (son) and 10 (daughter). As a single dad with sole custody, the kids have always tagged along in some way - somet...