Hi all - I'm considering buying into a house hack situation, a 2 or 3 unit (most likely 2) building that has the potential to duplex.  I would live in the duplexed unit and rent the other(s).  I'm also open to duplex ...

These questions are aimed at members here who survived as landlords during the most recent Meltdown post-2008. I'm primarily interested in SoCal anecdotes as mine is in San Diego, but would be grateful for ANY shared ...

What to look for when taking insurance for a 6 unit property?

Hello, my name is Elijah. My wife, Isabel, and I are interested in investing in real estate. We are a military family currently renting in Yelm, outside Joint Base Lewis-McChord in WA. We have spent a few months readi...

Hi BP,As a landlord/investor, what are your favorite rental properties to own? Those with more or less units? SFR's or multi's? I'm asking to get advice, opinions, suggestions etc. I only own one duplex so far, so jus...

I see the term "ARV" in people's posts -- what is it?

jennifer :blush:

Yesterday, the seller countered my offer of 20k off the asking price with only 10k off and kept the contingency for the home inspection, 10 days, and home appraisal. I obviously accepted and scheduled the home inspec...

Help me decide what this is worth. 10 apartments.10 - 2 bedroom - 1 bath units rented at average of $500 a month. $485-$525.  Tenants pay electricity but water is free and water bill averages $500 a month. This is a B...

Hello Everyone,I am questioning whether installing Water Softeners into my rental unit in Mound MN is worth it. Here there is a 25 GPG hardness and .2-.8PPM (not sure specifically what my rental has), which leads to b...

I have a few real estate investments throughout the country - in Seattle, Phoenix, Lexington, Atlanta. I recently got under contract for 2 duplexes in Cleveland. I use property management services (good ones) across t...