Tenant called and said she had a gas leak. She's not always completely accurate but I was in the area and went by to check. Sure enough, there is a slight gas odor in the kitchen. Have the stuff with me, check t...

I have purchased a property from US Bank that while they owned it, they hired crews to remove of trash and debris.  One thing this crew did was bring in a backhoe, dig a large hole and put 55 gallon drums of car oil, ...

A partner and I are working on a deal and have a question about creatively financing an owner financing. The gentleman is 87, but is in no way impaired, and is willing to do owner financing on the property. One possib...

Appraisal Risks – Part 2: What Do You Mean the Appraisal is “Too Good”?
This is part 2 of a 2-part series on appraisal risks. In Part 1, we discussed what to do if an appraiser undervalues your property. In Part 2, ...

I know, I know, it is so 2000 to actually like George Bush.

However, I think his speech tonight was well timed, well delivered, and understandable.

Thoughts?

In the “you might have similar questions” category: Since my tenants of 3+ years are moving out this summer, I checked with my insurance agent to clarify the rules/restrictions about dogs in rentals. My agent (with Al...

Hey BP,I'm from Chicago area and heading to Tampa area this year. I'm making the move because of quite a bit of reasons but to sum it up - it's really expensive in Chicago and I've never been a fan of the cold. I spec...

Does anyone have experience with his "Apartment Wholesaling" course, and if so, what did you think about it?

Thanks,

Lynn (FL)

I'm looking at property in the state of Oregon, which has had amazing appreciation but poor (starting) cashflow. Basically the only properties I have found that break 1% are in rural areas, or dumps, or both.
I'm loo...

Hi BP Community,I just offered on a property in Brooklyn, New York that is in the process of going through a full gut renovation and being flipped. The property is a two-family.  It is off-market, so there is no compe...