Han Gu
Orlando -- A good price range to start for invest in rental properties
Hi all,Looking to buy my first rental. Currently looking in Orlando area. I live in NY, so this will be remote. I did most of the research on Zillow, so the estimated rental numbers all come from zillow's estimate.It ...
Will Kenner
Ask the tough questions
There's nothing like the feeling of getting that "slam-dunk" deal under contract. The perfect property at the right price, that checks all the boxes. This past week I felt I had such a scenario. After competing with 2...
Jeff Walden
Not renewing tenant's lease; when to notify them?
I have a tenant who is generally a great guy, except that he won't keep the yard clean of cigarette butts or dog waste. No matter how many times I ask it's gotten to a point where I just go over daily and clean up the...
Jason Peterson
Provided lawnmower legalities
What are the legal ramifications of providing lawnmowers to tenants? I have been told multiple things. One, never provide a lawnmower as you are now legally responsible for any accident that may occur. Two, the owner ...
Celeste Fackrell
MH Park Analysis
Hello all,I am considering investing in my first MH Park. It is a 17 Pad site with 10 PARK OWNED homes. 8 of these 10 homes have been completely remodeled in the past 6 months; a nice job remodeling without being ex...
Donald M.
Where to invest $70,000 in buy and hold
Let's say I have $70,000 to invest. I have a chance to get a 5.2% return outside of real estate. As a buy and hold investor, if I can get more than this return, where should I invest/what is the best strategy in order...
Robert Geibel
Kissimmee/Orlando Area STR
Hi Everyone,
I am looking to invest in a Short Term Rental near all the attractions in Orlando. I was looking at Vista Cay but the prices are just so high for the rates that they get. The other communities that pea...
Jack B.
Should I let my tenant pay for this AC repair?
I told them when they moved in the hot tub and AC were luxury items that came with the house, but if they break I would not be repairing or replacing them. I can't recoup the cost of a 15K hot tub replacement by raisi...
Al Williamson
Are Business Travelers More Profitable
The door opening for more rental owners to get into the year round business travel industry.I'm testing my theory using Airbnb and HomeAway platforms, then I'm going to use LinkedIn for direct recruitment.Currently I'...
Kristina Jensen
Tax deduction when using Reward Points for travel
I have out of state properties that I visit 1-2x per year to either have a meeting with the Property Manager or conduct a walk-through if there is no property manager.
If I use reward points for the flight/hotel/re...