Just trying to make sure I understand the mechanics of a foreclosure auction when the holder of the 2nd mortgage is the one foreclosing. Assume the following facts - 1st mortgage with $150K principal remaining and a 2...

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I keep learning more about Real Estate and I was recommended to flip a house with very little money of my own. I was planning to start it in another state, however, if I can make this work, I can still d...

Hi everybody! I was wondering who here makes their tenants pay their utilities and how you charge them. Do you put the bills in their name or do you get the bill then put it in with their rent? Thanks 

Hi BP,Yesterday I met with a client of mine that wants to list their mother's home. It's in a desirable area with limited inventory. The school districts are award-winning and within walking distance to elementary, mi...

I have a family friend who is in a position to become my personal private lender.  I would like to make this as easy for him as possible.   Any advise on how I go about assisting him in setting up to do this.  I am a ...

First let me start off by saying that this thread is for those animal lovers that have pets and consider those pets to be a part of their family. I don't really need to hear from the cold-hearted, non-animal lovin...

certain politicians in Springfield are pushing legislation to pass the Illinois legislature THIS WEEKEND.  I am requesting all landlords and their employees/agents/other stake holders to click the link below (to conta...

My tenant wants a roommate which is OK with me. She picked out someone and I sent him a request for a background and credit check via Cozy. He asked me to reimburse him the cost of the checks. I told him I wouldn't do...

Hello BiggerPockets - I could use some advice.  I own several rental properties in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and I am trying to decide whether I should pay for water and sewer service or whether the cost should be passe...

Hi all,Offer was just accepted on my first deal and I am getting cold feet.  Can you wise folks double-check me, please?  Here are the details:8 unit complex.  All 1 Bed/1BR units each renting for $400.  Comparable re...