Joey Nakayama
Move-in fee v. security deposit
As a Chicago landlord, I've noticed many local apartment listings that ask for a non-refundable move-in fee instead of a security deposit. I suspect this is partially due to Chicago's strict laws regarding security...
Kevin Kim
7 Questions from the first renting out landlord.
Hello,We purchased a property in San Bernadino California couple months ago,And we just listed our house for rent on Zillow.This is our first time to rent out house, and I have a few questions. 1. Back ground check...
Anand S.
What Cancellation -- Strict or no?
I use a Strict policy and always have. However, with this CV19, folks that have inquired are now holding off on booking, and the new inquiries have pretty much dried up. Is anyone considering relaxing their cancellati...
Aaron Phillips
Undercutted - Deal gone wrong
So, I was talking with this seller for about a month or so now - and we exchanged texts back and forth with each other negotiating a deal on his property that he just wanted to get rid of. It was a property that he ha...
Matthew Crawford
Land Development or House Flip... Which is better?
Hey All,So... we have been getting a ton of questions about land development recently. I have a feeling its because there is such a housing shortage and the flips just are not as good as they used to be. I am curious ...
Jake Thompson
Continue using GI Bill AND get a job?
Hi all, I'm curious to hear some opinions on finding a balance between going to school, getting a part or full time job, and investing in real estate.Currently I go to school full time and my wife is in the navy. I g...
Dirk S.
How to remind a tenant to pay rent?
Hi all, the tenant never had an issue and paid on time for 2.5 years. Now its the 5th and the rent was due on the 1st, with a 7 day grace period and $30 penalty thereafter.
I need help wording a friendly reminder. I...
Account Closed
Describe Your Best MH Deal!
My best deal ever was a double-wide manufactured home that I purchased for $4,900.00 and sold it for $18,500.00 cash. Oh, and did I mention that the buyer paid all the moving costs?
What was your ...
Jean E.
Newbie from Orlando, Florida
Hi Everyone !My name is Jean. New to BP and to Real Estate Investing.I'm just starting in Orlando, FL area.My ultimate goal is to invest in Single Family and Multi-Family rentals. But before I get there, I would like ...
Jason Grote
Offering a quick close... important?
I am very curious to hear about the experiences of other home buyers about this "benefit".
How often is a quick close (10 days or less) important to your motivated seller?
Personally, only one time was closing in ...