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I don't have any experience owning an investment property, but after getting my finances and credit in order while studying the tricks of the trade for the last year I think I'm ready to move forward.I was focused on ...
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so, on Nov 3 I got my first contract. I found the deal on zillow. he first wanted 180k, but got it under contract for 119K, we even negotiated lower to 110k, but didnt get the second contract signed. Long story short ...
Hey There!After browsing various threads on the subject there is one question that remains when it comes to financing and asset protection.I realize that you would have to get a non-conventional loan if you are buying...
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I am an active developer of both residential and commercial properties overseas, and I am currently under contract to purchase my first property in the US. It is a multi tenant retail property anchored by a discount ...
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This question seems to come up a lot on the BP forum.Here is the step-by-step instruction how I got variance for SFH zoning to be used as a duplex with the budget and time schedule 1)Zoning application. Fee is $25.00 ...
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If someone is selling a 4 unit with 2 units non conforming (top and garden). They already have a tenant in one of the non conforming units. How much of a discount should I ask for or is having non conforming units som...
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I want to incorporate text blasts into my lead generation. Any recommendations for a company to use and why would be extremely helpful.
I believe texting is a good way to reach people who are getting bombarded with c...
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Sorry for the length, but I have a very specific scenario that I haven't been able to find advice on after extensive searching. I just purchased my first rental property, a quad-plex (in Indiana). It was supposed to c...
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Every time my tenant would leave, they would turn their heat off (hwbb) to save money. I told them not to do that because you’re not really saving that much AND the cost of a frozen or ruptured pipe is WAY more that w...
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Today a family of 6 (3 adults, 2 babies, and a 10 year old) viewed one of my apartments but only the 10 year old could speak English. I tried my best to speak to the adults through the 10 year old but the child strug...