For out-of-state STRs investors, is it normal for a cohost / property manager to insist on creating an OTA listing on their account to better streamline their systems? Seems like a potential issue if I stop working wi...

I'm exploring a house hack opportunity but want to make sure that the property will cash flow once I decide to move out. I live in Austin, TX so the property prices are high here and I can't seem to find much of anyth...

I am buying a new construction house in Houston, Texas and I just found out that with new houses you can have your own inspector go check on the houses during different stages of the process not just at the end when i...

Hi BP Community!I own a triplex in a C-class area, and with the territory comes the inevitable late rent payment (or non-payment altogether).....Don't worry, I budgeted for this!I'm wondering what the opinions are out...

Dear BP,     I inherited a PM when I bought my turnkey rental last year. Since the beginning, there was not any conversation or update initiated by the PM and I always had to track him down after I noticed an issue. M...

I'm in the process of getting a few free estimates from multiple licensed plumbers for a sewage leak under the house. The issue is that there is a contractor who is thorough on-site but lack follow-up communication af...

Like so many people who dream of securing a good income in the real estate business, I got my feet wet (actually, almost drown.) in the house flipping business. I was inexperienced and more than likely made all the...

LinkedIn, Facebook, etc? Pros and cons?

Hi, we own 15 acres up on the Yucca Mesa and are finally, after a year and a half, starting the permitting process with San Bernardino County. As evidenced in these forums, building in the hi desert is no joke - you h...

Hello BP family, I hope this note finds everyone well. I have been a landlord (residential property) for over 5 years and I have been lucky with securing good tenants over the years. The only challenge I have had w...