I figure this is as good of place as any to ask this question.  Is there any benefit or downside to buying through an agent or the owner?I have been looking at properties on various sites and have noticed that when on...

Selling an investment property can feel like a double-edged sword. While it's exciting to cash in on a successful investment, the looming capital gains taxes can significantly cut into your profits. For savvy investor...

How concerned would you be if a seller refuses to produce a schedule E upon request?We are almost ready to sign a contract which will kick off a 14-21 day due diligence period (Still debating) but the seller is alread...

I bought a house in Kansas City, MO last year and noticed that the driveway had significant issues.  It has large cracks  and is uneven due to an extremely large tree growing right next to it. By large, i mean a diame...

I recently acquired my first rental investment and after doing some repairs and rehab I am near ready to rent. I added a shower to an existing tub and now the problem is the walls. There are no shower panels and ...

I am a flipper and have decided to start buying forclosuers at auction. I think this will give me an edge on local everyday investors that just purchase from the mls and are looking for a simple solid deal where every...

This is a potential deal in Lexington KY within a short bike ride of the University of Kentucky Campus.  I can run numbers, but I have major HOA questions though.The BasicsA 2 bed 1 bath condo in a quiet community.   ...

I'm looking to refinish an older countertop in a short term rental property. I'm not looking to refinish to anything fancy - it's currently an off-white and am wanting to convert to white. I've searched for paint and ...

Ok so I am buying a property that will need a roof repalcement in the near future 6-12 months but who knows to be exact? I checked the attic out and there are no leaks or any signs of it potentially damaging other as...

My tenants have been in the unit for 4 years and they're moving out soon. The walls were professionally freshly painted before they moved in and now they're thrashed. Every single inch (or it feels like that) of the w...