Charlotte Dunford
Splitting duplex into 2 houses and sell it?
Hi. I own a duplex that in considering selling. This may be a totally crazy idea. But can I split the duplex into 2 units for sale separately. So it would be like selling unit A to one person as a primary residence, a...
Ade Akingbade
First Time Landlord - Section 8
First-time Landlord is about to approve a section 8 tenant. Is the next step to fill out the Request for Tenancy Approval form, have the tenant confirm their agreement, and then send it to the Public Housing Authority...
David Dachtera
Fully Developed Lots, Build New Homes?
Hi, Folks,In searching Zillow yesterday, I came up with some lots in an unfinished subdivision. I drove out there last evening and yes, the utilities are in and the lots are fully developed - paved streets, street lig...
Marco Lopez
Chicago Building Code Violation
Hello does anyone from Chicago have any knowledge dealing with Chicago building code violations? I'm looking into purchasing a multifamily that had a brick addition done in the back over 20 years ago. There was no per...
Greg Schuricht
Tenant Turner - for small landlords?
I heard about this company (Tenant Turner) while listening to old RentPrep podcasts (about 4 years old at this point). From what I understand, they list your property, screen your leads, and filter only qualified lea...
Lynn Z
rolling 1031 exchanges - holding period
Does replacement property have to be "held" long term or can you improve the property and do another exchange "equal or better" ? Isn't the intent of the law to continue your investment and therefore you are merely ...
Michael Badin
Portfolio Lenders in Philly/ Montgomery County PA
Hi all,Wanted to see if anyone on here knows of a good portfolio lender in Philadelphia or Montgomery County PA. I am going to try a few local banks but if anyone out there knows of a good one they have used I would ...
Brandon Turner
New BiggerPockets Moderator: Darren Sager!
I'm excited to announce today that @Darren Sager is the newest member of the BiggerPockets Moderator team!
Darren has been a very active member of the BiggerPockets Forums, as well as a guest on t...
Justin B.
Should I expand the basement into a third unit?
Originally the basement of my duplex was designed to encompass a third unit but was scrapped for some reason.
Everything is framed, just needs flooring, walls and appliances. Where would I start with this? I ...
John Clark
Meeting a Banker, What are some good questions to ask?
Monday I'm meeting with a banker who is investment friendly and an investor himself. I want to make sure I get as much out of this meeting as I can. Here is my plan for investing to help guide some questions.Plannin...