Darsh Makim
How to get started when you have a lot of cash?
I know this question is contrarian to most new RE Investors, however, over the last 15 years, I have been an investment advisor and have been able to create an unbelievable business that cash flows extremely well. If...
Larry Flanagan
Ideas for this ugly house
I can pick up this house for a pretty good price, but it is so ugly...any ideas?
Ben Staples
Which drives more rent, in unit washer dryer, or office space?
Hi Everyone,I've got a renovation of a small (~650 sq ft) 1 bed apartment coming up. This unit has one other room, not large enough to be used as a bedroom (can fit a twin bed maybe) and has no closet. Right now it ...
Tom Goans
Meth Lab Concerns
Meth Lab Concerns
My biggest concern these days is discovering a meth lab in an investment property.
The last time I checked, there is no insurance coverage to protect an investor from the costs and loss. It is my u...
Marcus Louvier
Deal Analysis
Hey guys,Today, my first very motivated seller came to my inbox! I'm hoping you guys can help me analyze the deal.3 bed/2bath 1600 sq ftAsking: $90kLoan Balance: $90kARV: $95kCurrently Monthly Payments: ~$600 (said he...
Chuck B.
Louisville, KY - 3/1 Buy and Hold in Shawnee
I bought this as a buy and hold a month ago. It's located at 371 N. 41st Street, a great (quiet) little part of Shawnee in the far Northwest corner of Jefferson County. It was a HUD foreclosure so I had to wait out ...
Marco G.
Sue Upstairs Condo Neighbor for Nuisance
Hi all -
Has anyone had an upstairs unit change floors and ultimately sued them for nuisance because of sound issues?
It's in my personal residence condo. I had goals of renting it out in the next year but I don't t...
Joe P.
Best Advice/Practices for Tenant Management
One area that I fear I struggle in is tenant management, or lack thereof. I was burned by my last tenant (and really, my own decisions) because I think I allowed some things to spiral out of control.Rent-wise, no exce...
Maxxwell Crowley
Maintenance and handyman costs
I am based in Fairfield county and was recently quotes $75/hour for handyman and maintenance costs- i.e someone who can do everything from basic repairs around a property, power wash, clean gutters, help tenants with ...
Tyler S.
repairs
If i use a contractor to give me repair estimates, eventually i will need to pay him for his time and estimates, but is it worth it because i wouldnt want to pay him to make a repair estimate on a property that i don...