Alex F.
Orlando/Kissimmee STR - are resort amenities worth ?
Hi all,I'm looking at the Orlando market for my next STR. 4/5 bedroom and close to Disney parks.Looking at SFH or town homes in a community. Is an extra 400-500/month for amenities such as pool/fitness center/lazy ri...
Matthew Swearingen
Is Tulum Mexico a good place for investing?
For the past year I have been looking for a place to buy as an income/airbnb to buy in Mexico and have inquired about Playa del Carmen and Tulum and keep coming back to Tulum as it seems like it has the potential for ...
Steve Uekert
STR - Does Home Size Matter During A Recession?
Happy Wednesday everyone,I have a question that I've been pondering. After sitting on the sidelines for a long time, my wife and I are finally moving from interested, to serious in our pursuit of a STR. We're likely g...
Patrick H.
Buying a house to live in, buying rental property...in what order?
In terms of getting two loans, which is better:
1) Buying a house to live in first
2) Buying rental property first?
I would think buying rental property first is better. Once the rental property is purchased, t...
Jane Istre
Room rentals to blue collar construction workers
I have a 3/2 that I am considering renting by the room. It also has 2 living room areas the tenants would share a kitchen. It's not going to be a vacation rental more like a college rental. Basically just a place for...
Jay Maranan
Carpet for rental unit? Yes? No?
Hey BP folks,Hope everyone is doing well considering this whole COVID-19 issue the World is currently experiencing. Stay safe and keep up the good hygiene! Even though this virus is going around, I am still focusing ...
Michael Kiley
Tenant Screening: Is it their prior landlord or best friend?
You just received an application for your rental. You call the prior landlord and find out your applicant was their best tenant ever and always paid rent early! Things are looking up! But how do you know that this is ...
Frank K.
Brutal feedback by smart real estate people needed
Hello Everyone, I am a huge bigger pockets fan, yet have been in the quiet observation mode for many years. A recent real estate issue popped up, which I thought would be properly vetted through such a great real esta...
Katrina Cabral
Rookie at Selling Real Estate - About to Sell a Condo in Hawaii
Aloha - I recently did a 1031 exchange and bought a condo in Hawaii around June of 2021. I want to sell the condo now and I was hoping/planning to sell it the traditional route through a real estate agent. However, I ...
Chris Seveney
Is the Era of airbnb done?
Saw this post as the article discusses a lot of things to think about with the future of Airbnb.This just someone ranting, or making good points ? Curious if people have a positive or negative feeling about Airbnb as ...