Catherine Decker
CA law: Need lawyerly advice on neighbors accessing my property
Well - let's hope this isn't too complicated.I just acquired a large parcel in Sacramento, CA that is adjacent to several houses in a subdivision. Many of the houses have gates in their fences that open onto my proper...
Bill Gulley
FIXING DODD-FRANK/SELLER FINANCING
I'd like to get ideas from BP members on the topic of seller financing under the new laws.
Not looking for smart comments from several we already know don't like the changes but here's the fact:
It's th...
Tony Lopes
Best method for rent collection
I'm curious what methods other landlords use to collect rent each month.I like collecting rent in person each month because I get to see my tenants and make sure the property is in good order. But as I grow with more...
Tehseen Baweja
2nd Lien Non Performing Notes and Bankruptcy
As I educate myself on Notes, I would love to know what are some of the strategies and due diligence requirements when looking at 2nd Lien NPN and chapter 7.Here is an example:Sale Price: $8kUPB: $100KProperty Value: ...
Jim M.
Forgot to get HOA approval for paint colors
My wife and I purchased our house 12 years ago and got HOA approval for the deck, the landscaping, and the fence. We finished our basement 5 or 6 years ago and got permits and inspections and are paying taxes on it. W...
Raj G.
Tenant not paying rent on time....
Hi, I have a tenant renting for the last two years. For 1 year they paid rent on time or say before time, but for the last 1 year they are struggling hard in paying rent, always late, I have been very nice so far,neve...
Joshua Dorkin
The Basics of Real Estate Investment Deal Analysis
So many new and even many experienced real estate investors have little clue about doing a proper analysis of a deal. With that in mind, I thought it was important to share the article below, written by J. Scott on t...
Aaron Wyssmann
Pit bull at property...be sure to talk with neighbors, they'll tell all.
About a month ago I started working with a local broker who is also a property manager for our investors. He has been doing this for 28 years so I learn so much. Here's what I learned just last week...We received a ...
Adam Giles
Fair Housing - Therapy Animals and Pet Deposits
I have been searching around in previous discussions and have not found anything specific regarding my concern so I am posting this discussion on an admittedly common subject so people can hopefully share any experien...
Joe Arida
Tenants Sister Applying to Move In
Hi all,My tenants is looking to have a roommate move in with her. I am having the new roommate go through the usual application process (background/credit checks, application form). My question revolves around the sec...