Farah A.
Homstead Exemption in Houston…
Hello, thought I’d come to this forum for some input/advice. I am due to close on a property that I plan to house hack tomorrow in Houston, TX by the Medical Center. My lender just hit me with a last minute update t...
Mary Hall
Home Upgrades that Pay Off
If your home needs upgrades, but you do not know where to start, you are not alone. Remodeling and upgrading a home is much more complex – and expensive – than you might think. Before any upgrading or construction beg...
Linda Thomas
Rent increase in Pennsylvania question
Good evening everyone,I have a question about rent increases. I'm in PA and I have a tenant that has been with me for 5 yrs now. I have never increased his rent and I want to do so. I have a clause in my lease that th...
Chris Koch
Lease Renewal during COVID... What would you do?
SFH rental purchased in June 2018 with new tenants on a 2yr lease at $1300 with 3% annual rent increase. (Lease specifies 3% annual increase with two year lease or 2% annual increase with three year lease.) Increased...
Bill W.
Potential duplex in hot area of Austin
I'm looking at an off-market duplex in Austin, TX 78723 zip code. The gross monthly rent is $675 for each side. Both tenants are Section 8.
The home has a new roof on it, but other than that needs a lot of ...
Moncy Samuel
How to increase Rent for a long term tenant
I have a long term tenant, who is paying $500 for a 2 BR, 1 Bath apartment unit. Current market rent is $950 per Rentometer.
I don't have an lease agreement with the tenant which was expired long time back.
Please ...
Michael Swan
Please Evaluate My Plan
A little background first. In 2011-2012 purchased with 20% down loans 10 condos in sunny San Diego. Averaging about $48,000.00 cash flow. Life was good. Then I calculated my return on Equity and noticed San Diego ...
Jack B.
Are you still buying deals in the greater Seattle area in 2018?
And if you are buying in 2018, are you buying multi family, single family or land? Also how much longer do you plan on continuing to buy and why?I'm planning on buying more houses this year and next. Single family. I ...
M.C. Nachtigal
Navigating new Seattle rent increase restrictions
Speaking about the brand new Seattle rules about giving 180 days notice for ANY rent increase and paying relocation costs if the tenant is unable to continue living there, what logistics have you come up with to navig...
Account Closed
To Refi or no to Refi
I'd like some help thinking about whether or not to refinance the loan on an investment duplex. Here are the details:Currently owe $139,000 with loan at 5.625% 30 year fixed. Have only owned the property for 1 year. I...