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I want to eventually invest in commercial real estate; 30+ apartments, mixed use, office buildings, but I do not know where to start. Would it be a good idea to start by contacting an agent? If so, how do I identify a...
Hey, so I have been wanting to start BRRRRing in the Los Angeles area. But when I run the numbers I just don't see how it's supposed to work with 7% mortgage rates. Even when I take a super optimistic situation such a...
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Is everyone else seeing an increase of inquiries asking for a better deal?When I started 4 years ago, it was very rare. Now a large % of guests ask for discount. In the past 24 hours alone, got 2/3 inquiries per prope...
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I am under contract for a duplex in Syracuse, NY, built in 1925 and have received three different insurance quotes; all having significantly different dwelling replacement costs.Purchase Price: $155,000Quote 1 - $292,...
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Hi team - wife and I are evaluating homes for our personal residence in Phoenix / Scottsdale. We're concerned about the market being too hot, but it'll still be cheaper to own vs rent. We're looking at homes in two ar...
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So I was browsing on "another" forum and saw this posted. Admittedly, it gave me a glimmer of hope for this country's future.
Valedictorian Speaks Out Against Schooling in Graduation Speech
by Erica Goldson
Here I...
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Hey guys,
do you put away (save) a certain amount of rent income for future repairs? If yes, how much? Do you have a separate business savings account for that?
Thank you,
Edita
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A friend of mine living in Utah is trying to get an emotional support animal, but her landlord is having issues. Besides being provided with letters from her doctor and psychologist for the need for the animal, he is...
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Hello BP,
Today is the first month of the lease where tenant was to pay by either mail, person, online. I was at the property doing a quick fix a few days before rent was due and tenet said they mailed the check. It ...
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We are purchasing a seasonal retirement community from current owners with owner financing.
385,000 for 15 years @6%. NOI is 50k
We do not plan on buying any other investment property.
We have the means to pay...