Neil Narayan
Federal judge rules in favor of non-owner occupied short term rentals in Austin
A federal judge ruled Aug. 2 that people who own an investment home in Austin but don't live there can rent it out on Airbnb, Vrbo or other short-term rental websites.
The city of Austin was sued by Houston residents...
Ryan Thomson
Why prices are not falling and why they probably won't (Colorado Springs edition)
Here is an awesome article written by a local and well respected economist for the Colorado Springs Gazette. It's worth a read to understand why prices are not falling and why they probably won't.
Don't let interest ...
Account Closed
How come so many apt seekers don't heed BY APPOINTMENT ONLY?
Didnt used to be so bad. I'm guessing it might be a language barrier or something? absent some other explanation.always do put BY APPOINTMENT ONLY in my online ads but now more than ever, folks will show up at the doo...
Jonathan Marcus
Non Arm's Length Transaction in Short Sale
Has anyone successfully convinced a Bank (specifically BoA) to accept a non-arm's length short sale? If you have, what steps did you take and documents you submitted?
Thank you.
Account Closed
How to develop relationship with future mentor - who's a stranger
I read in the "Ultimate beginner's guide" that in order to have a REI mentor in your local area, you must develop a relationship with them first. I've found one person who fits my area of interest, but we're complete...
Crystal Aravalo
Help! Abandoned home for years. Deceased owner!
Very rookie here with a unique situation. Before becoming interested in real estate. I've noticed driving through my area that there is a home vacant for several years (2 years since I've lived here). Did some researc...
Scott Trench
Neighbor Says my Tenant is Berating Her and Her Son
A neighbor near a duplex that I own has called me twice now to tell me that my tenant is berating her and her son in the street, yelling obscenities and just going off.I am not this neighbor’s landlord. After the firs...
Brandon Galici
Looking for First Property - Financing Ideas
Hi everyone!This is my first post to BP and am looking for my first real estate investment. I just graduated with a Finance degree and am working a full time job currently but would like to begin generating incoming f...
Mike H.
1st Post - income tax rental house/s depreciation
Hi BP!First post here. I'm a long time lurker. This community is really cool. My background... I grew up in Gainesville, FL. I worked my way through college and realized with my income I could buy a house. I boug...
Logan Allec
Non-Taxable Income for FHA Loans: Do 401(k) contributions count?
It is my understanding that in calculating effective income for an FHA loan, non-taxable income (like child support for instance) may be grossed up at the greater of 15% or the borrower's tax rate for the previous yea...