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Recently closed on an older property that needs some updating. The AC is old, but I’m planning on holding off on replacing it. Meanwhile, I have been getting a number of ads for home warranties. I don’t generally buy ...
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Hi all! Total RE newbie here. I've been reading articles and around the forums regarding funding options for RE investments, and me and my father(partner) are interested in acquiring some SFR units in the future.My fa...
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Quick back story: I am helping a client find a new lease. Their current building is not renewing leases for whatever reason and so now my client who just gained citizenship last year and his wife, a victim of identity...
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I get asked this question a lot...is staging really worth it? The answer isn't as simple as it may seem. Many pro's will always say yes! I will say...IT DEPENDS.There's many unique situations in real estate where your...
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Hi, Fellow STR investorsI have seen many posts on this topic, but I am still a little unclear on the best practice for this situation: what is the best way to deal with guests requesting to stay longer than 28 days (o...
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I met with my appraiser a week ago on a refinance for a four plex I own, and I provided her with comps in addition to an income based valuation worksheet already filled out to "assist her". Everything that I can find ...
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The calculator seems like an awesome tool, and I'm anxious to test it out and get used to using it. However, I have a few questions. I just read an article (This Article) that says you can try it three times for fre...
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Hey BP members. My girlfriend and I would like to purchase our first property to house-hack within the next 6 months. I would like to get pre-approved ahead of time, so that I know how much I am qualified to borrow. T...
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What do you guys think of getting a real estate license. In an electrician by trade. And looking into more investment opportunity. And wondering if it would a a plus.
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I was just curious what other house flippers here on BP think of houses located on main roads? Are they still worth considering, or are they generally too hard to sell? There are promising looking properties in my are...