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I have recently read Landlording on Auto-pilot by Mike Butler. A good book for tips on systems, etc. However, some of the book is a little outdated. I'm trying to decide whether to begin property managing on my own...
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What are the biggest red flags to look out for in a contractor and how can I detect them before it’s too late?
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I hired a contractor to install a new A/C unit for $4,000. Do you know if I must file a 1099 form to the contractor. I am not a real estate professional.
HI, i have a piece of land that currently has a 4 units builing on it. they are 4 units, 2/2. it was built in 1950.. the land is under used... alot of space to the right and left of current builidng. I would like to...
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To be honest, my first major feat was actually getting my real estate license. No seriously. If you have taken that exam then you know it's not easy to pass both parts.. I actually studied my *ss off for months. I was...
I’ve had a rental property for the past ten years and finding quality service technicians and contractors has been my single biggest challenge. I’m looking for professionals I can phone, receive estimates, get work do...
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Hey BP Family,
I am currently looking into Multi Family properties as well as single family homes with finished basements in the DMV area and plan to possibly rent out the extra units/rooms and also use Airbnb. My q...
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Hey there BP community,I am very exited that I have recently gotten access to a list of properties (here in CT) that are in the pre-foreclosure stage (i.e they have recently received a notice of default.) Now, althou...
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I'm gearing up to market my first buy and hold property for tenants. Part of the marketing strategy includes putting a yard sign. I don't want to use a generic yard sign because I'm trying to build a business. I wa...
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As many of you know the G passed a bill last year that put thousands of dollars to towards auditing an income level that many of us investors are in. I've always had audit-proof books. I even passed an audit 100% i...