So far I've been working with an agent that has, to my knowledge, never worked with an investor. Over the past two years though I've bought 2 properties with her help. She pulled comps and we talked about what rent ca...

I'd like to compile a resource of strategies on self-managing STR's to maximize profits. I'm doing a lot of research currently but it's all over the place and as expected, very regional. So more than looking for any s...

I’m looking into hard money lending companies, also working on building relationships with possible future investors or lenders. I came across DoHardMoney.com and am qualified for a loan. I talked to them and t...

When I asked about the status of a deal my agent was trying to line up for me, he (to his credit) told me he and his partners just put it under contract and that he would keep looking for a deal for me.I’m new to rent...

Hi Everyone,I am feeling pretty discouraged and wanted to vent and see if anyone could offer me some advice- please!!
About me: I am a newbie buy and hold investor in Northern Virginia, long time lurker, and recent p...

I did some research this morning to help some new investors I'm working with who are looking for fixer uppers on the MLS here in Sacramento. They were surprised to see how fast properties have been moving and the numb...

I found a listing on a bank REO website a couple of months ago on a property we could afford to pay cash for.  it is NOT listed on the MLS.  Our agent took us to view the property the day after it was listed on the we...

After holding a few properties in my name, I decided to start an LLC for asset protection as it is recommended everywhere, so my latest property is held in that LLC.
I find it so unconvenient to have an LLC, insurers ...

I wanted to share my experience planning, permitting and now building a 3 bed / 2 bath 800 square foot detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) / back house / laneway house at one of my single family rental properties. ...