I'm just about to close on my first rental property (house-hacking a duplex in a small town outside of San Diego, CA).  The previous Landlord raised rents 3-5% every year on this property, so it is currently rented fo...

Just closed on a Duplex in Cleveland Ohio. When setting up insurance with a broker the company with the best rates does no allow for pitbulls. Well my tenant has a pit and two chihuahuas. He is on month to month payin...

I don't care whether you vote for this thread or not, but please give input. I've now been scammed by 2 members of BP, and know of others that have also been scammed. I've also received some suggestions from Vikram, ...

Hello BiggerPockets! I'm a brand new real estate agent in California and have decided to give the world of real estate a shot. I came to this choice after trying out the typical W2/9a-5p job and coming to the conclusi...

When I asked about the status of a deal my agent was trying to line up for me, he (to his credit) told me he and his partners just put it under contract and that he would keep looking for a deal for me.I’m new to rent...

Dear BP family, I have a difficult decision to make and would like your opinion.Decision: I'm looking to move to Pasadena, CA in June. Should I buy or should I rent?Background:I love Pasadena! I regretted moving away ...

Hello BP,Before I go into the deal specifics I feel like I have to justify WHY I am choosing to invest in San Diego. Essentially it all boils down to my current situation. I am a first time buyer, Navy veteran current...

Hello BP people! I'm new to investing, though I have been reading about for at least 1 to 2 years now. I feel like I'm ready to rock. I'm hooked up with a couple realtors in the market where I'm shopping, which is Kan...