Michael Lauther
Easy fix for a damp basement?
My newest property has a "damp basement" no obvious leaks or puddles but after the last heavy rain in Dayton the basement was quite damp. my thoughts are fill in cracks DE humidify clean and seal and paint. some black...
Gary Parilis
Self-directed IRA: What criteria to choose a custodian/admin?
Self-directed IRA is an amazing way to take tax-deferred advantage of the cash I have piled up in my 401k, and funnel it into real estate. I intend to take the plunge immediately, but there are so many providers out t...
Sasha Friedman
How do I pay the down payment with OPM?
I'm looking to make an offer on an apartment building. I don't have the money for a down payment ($900k). Where would I go to find investors? The return would be 12%. I tried calling a hard money lender, who told me t...
Ashish Acharya
Real life example of the real estate professional status
Recently, in the case Birdsong, doctor's wife demonstrated that she actively and extensively managed their rental properties and was therefore a “real estate professional”. RE professional is not limited by the passi...
Mark Forest
Tenant stay over past lease
I have a feeling a problem tenant will be staying over after their lease expires. I realize that state law and the terms of the lease will dictate what to do, but I would like some general tips from those of you who ...
Derek Luttrell
Have You Ever Gone "All-In?
I am 25 years old and, thanks to excelling at my commission-based job since graduating 3 years ago, I've been able to save at a pretty solid rate. I own and am house-hacking my primary residence in Chicago, and am pre...
Megan S.
Advice re: oil tank in NY state
Hi everyone!I've been negotiating the purchase of a triplex in upstate NY (Hudson Valley) and we're soooo close to coming to an agreement on the terms, but a half-buried oil tank is throwing a wrench in things. I'd lo...
Joseph Shevy
Raleigh Suburbs: general area/investing questions
Hey Everyone! My name is Joe - I currently live in upstate NY and may have the option of moving to the Raleigh area for work. Im excited for this possibility, as this area offers MANY more opportunities than the area ...
Rosston Smith
Doing your own repairs *RANT*
Alright so obviously if you do all the repairs yourself you're going to save a ton of money. Its great because you save money. Saving money is the key to living a great life.FORGET THAT!I just prepared and painted a s...
Jana Cain
A new type of squatter (SF Bay Area housing shortage effect)
TL, DR: Two homeless women moved themselves into a vacant home in West Oakland (Bay Area/CA) and intend to stay there, rent free.
This made the evening news last night. As a resident of the Bay Area, I definitely un...