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Hello Everyone,
I am a new investor looking for some suggestions when I comes to up and coming markets. I’m looking to utilize my young age and federal eligibility to buy my first investment property. I am particular...
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Good afternoon,I had a question for those that self manage their own properties. I love the idea of not having to answer the phone to unclog a toilet at the drop of a hat. What are some tips/tricks you use as self man...
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Hi all,
I've technically been a BP member for ~6 months, but am just now starting to take advantage of the forums here. I'm 27, married, live in Pittsburgh, and work in finance. I love my day job, so I'm not trying...
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Hey guys!
Before I get into the question I think it's important to have some background:
Long story short, my wife and I sensually inherited a property from her father that is 100% paid off. Prior to this I have ne...
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We own a 4 unit building with limited parking and the Jiffy Lube next door is for sale. We are interested in buying it to have two properties and to be able to increase parking. (do you like this idea?) We have locate...
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So many frustrations with property management companies. GOOD or BAD, there is always something you just WISH they would offer.Try to keep it to just 3 though! I want this thread to be simple, straight to the point, a...
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My renters caused damages where fixing is about 10x the security deposit. How can I fund the fixes: Do I bill their insurance? Do I sue them and they bill their insurance? I've never had to deal with this situation so...
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I had a interesting experience today, had a showing on a duplex that I'm very interested in - and the first side had no one home, and a nasty dog barking - so we decided to try the other side. The current tenants thr...
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I have a small SFH I bought with a bathroom that only has room for a shower. I can expand it to put in a bathtub, but the renovation will certainly cost me. Is a bathtub a necessity, or is just a shower adequate? T...
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We've been holding a rehab for about ten months while working with a realtor to sell. One deal fell through and we've reduced the price several times. Our contract is about to expire. Is it time to rent or should I...