Hi there -- I'm a relatively new RE investor (just closed on my first property in May), and I'm researching locations to begin building my portfolio of RE properties. My two options are: (1) =Continuing to invest loca...

Alright. You just bought a house that needs some TLC in just about every aspect. Carpets need ripped out, walls need painted, windows need replaced, wood floors need refinished, kitchen and bathroom need updating, etc...

Hi everyone!I am new to this forum and to property investment and am interested in starting. I have been doing some preliminary research, and the real estate in Texas seemspretty worth investing. What do you think? I ...

Hello everyone! I'm currently looking to see if there is anyone out there in Washington, DC (District of Columbia - haha, keyword alert trigger?) or Maryland currently studying for their DC Property Management License...

My property manager charges 10% markup fee for all service calls.  So a $250 plumbing call turns into a $275 call.  Does that sound crazy or normal?  I already pay them a management fee, you'd think that would be incl...

I did a walk through of an REO today and it was in decent shape, but the broker said it probably wont be able to go to anyone but a cash buyer because of MOLD!

Any ideas on how much it costs to deal with the mold pro...

I'm a long distance real estate investor living in California and investing in FL and TN. I wish I could check in on my properties and other prospective properties quickly and easily, but that would require a 3 hour f...

Hello BP community! Just put a place into contract in the west Cleveland area! Upon doing due diligence, the owner of the house doesn’t own the appliances, they are rented by the tenants. Is this normal for this area?...

I took the leap and bought two rental properties (4 units each) over the last year.  I have made a lot of mistakes so far, and I know that, and I can't go back and change it - but I'm writing this now because I don't ...

I’m curious to hear from private real estate investors who’ve faced unexpected insurance claims and were protected by an umbrella insurance policy.
We often see discussions whether investors should use an LLC or an u...