As a property manager, it's not uncommon to encounter situations where a tenant begins to incur additional expenses rapidly. Whether it's due to changes in personal circumstances or unforeseen issues, addressing these...

As a property manager, it's not uncommon to encounter situations where a tenant begins to incur additional expenses rapidly. Whether it's due to changes in personal circumstances or unforeseen issues, addressing these...

Hello, I recently started a property management company and currently manage around 80 properties. I also have a rental property that is paid off and in my name. I would like some capital to fund my bank account and p...

Hello all,I just got qualified for a Wells Fargo 30 year mortgage on a $200,000 purchase limit with 20% down for a small multifamily investment property. This is my first interaction with the conventional financing sy...

Hi Everyone.  I'm looking at a 4-plex in Houston area.    When I run the numbers I seem to get expenses (including vacancy) that is usually 55-60% of gross rents.  I think this is partly due to property taxes that are...

Commentary: What's in Store for Housing in 2014, Part 1

I'm a complete newbie to the US real estate investing scene, although I've been very interested in US REI since 2006 when I was in college (Texas A&M).

To give you a bit more background, I graduated from A&M...

I am looking into selling a single property and using the proceeds in a 1031 exchange to purchase 2+ properties.  My question for those that have done this or are familiar is what is the better strategy....1) Identify...

Good morning,I have a fourplex I pay water and sewer which is annually ~$3300.  I received a quote to submeter the water ~$15k. This is about right as there will be new meters installed, digging the meter pits, new su...

Myself along with a partner have a small portfolio of multifamily properties under contract. This will be the first deal we have done together and are trying to establish a fair percentage split between us. The busine...