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Trying to refinance cash-out on a duplex. Excellent credit. Went through most of the process, and was shut down because we have self-employed income only. "I thought you still had a job (W-2)"... What's the best wa...
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Hello BP, I'm renting out this single family home to (currently) five individual tenants. One of them vouch for the additional tenant. I modified the lease to add the last tenant move-in date to Nov 1st but I haven't ...
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Hello everyone this is my first post and I am a newbie to real estate. My question is this-I will be working in ND in the oil boom. I want to eventually move to TX and own properties there. I will not have time to dea...
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I asked earlier if folks offer gifts to their tenants at the holidays or move in and I got mixed responses? What do you do to help foster goodwill (and how many units do you have as a point of reference).THANKS!Love,a...
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I have a one-level ranch with 1.5 bathrooms. The main bath is small (just room for toilet, sink and tub) with no windows and backs up to master half-bath also small with a window. Master has toilet and small vanity. T...
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I currently have 7 rentals (SFR) and I am in the process of setting up a LLC. I am going to refinance 5-7 of the properties in the name of the LLC. I've been in discussions with with a director of private banking at a...
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Anyone have experience with online / in person auctions in Buffalo, NY? I know generally how they work but I'm wondering how I can prepare myself to participate and if folks have any must-know tips? Additionally, what...
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Hi BP. I purchased my first property last July and fixed it up. Got it on the market and rented it this March. I paid cash ($12,500) for it using my self-directed retirement account. My question is, does the 50% rule ...
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I've got some equity in a rental, and I'm looking to scale up and buy more property. I can refi the rental and raise $30,000 cash. That would reduce net cashflow (income after all expenses) from $262 to $127. What do ...
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I'm looking for book recommendations to help understand syndication better? Thanks