One trick we use sometime is take a water hose from the back of a washer machine... I carry one in my trunk (With a plunger). Go to the neighbor and offer them $10 cash to run a hose from their outside faucet to your ...

this was a probate sale. it came on the market for 39.9k. not sure how long it was on the MLS for, but i offered 40k. was shocked to hear that they took my offer.just closed on it a few hrs ago. i got $500 back becaus...

Hey BP, I have a 3 unit property in Logan Square, Chicago. I have a PM management company that takes care of it, and in the past 5 years, didn't pay much attention to the numbers. As I started scrutinizing the numbers...

Can investing in condos be a good idea for beginner rental property owners? I know they will probably cash flow less due to the HOA fees, but at the same time for a new investor there won't be as much worry about any ...

Just a few more methods of finding properties, hope they help. Dan :idea:

Finding the Deals

• Place this classic ad in your local paper’s real estate section to appear on Sunday: If you can afford to run 7 days a w...

According to statistics, 60 million people in the US live in condos, that's around 20% of the population.  Many people here on BP seem to be anti-condo.  And there are cautionary notes about condos that don't apply to...

I have a completely vacant four family home that im purchasing. I already have a two family that ive always managed myself with little trouble but have been debating on getting a property management company for this b...

What does the BP community think of investing into Florida in single family detached houses. which are best places to invest or avoid?  What are the typical rents ? New construction or Resale ? I live in Toronto Canad...

I don't manage property anymore, but if I did and I rented using leases, I think I would add a clause regarding no feeding of feral animals allowed, as a means to evict tenants who do this, under a breach of contract....

Hi guys, Was wondering if I could get your input. Our first out of state investment has been a learning experience for sure. Our PM said we'd need some yard work and house cleaning estimating it to be $800 -$1000. I s...