We have a young single woman who is a tenant in one of our properties who moved in fall 2012. She's a nice tenant and responsible. There was an incident a few nights ago when a big fight broke out on the street in fro...

Are landlords obligated to contribute to the community surrounding their rentals? If so, do you think landlords in a well-to-do community have less community obligations than owners in low income neighborhoods?

I th...

Rent to Own is great for newbie investors. Here are the reasons why:1. With rent to own, you can buy a property at closer to market value and still make money. The problem in a hot market is that getting good deals is...

Okay so I used to be pretty smart. Or so I thought. But it's been a while since I've done anything remotely "active" in the property investment world. I have been renting out a few places as a sole proprietor that jus...

Hey Sam, check out how this one comes together in the end, this is something your college age kids can REALLY use!

A Single’s Game of Real Estate
(Getting started in your twenties)
By Dan Auito

This discussion lean...

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It’s 2020; a crazy C-R-A-Z-Y year. We are in the land ...

Looking for ways to turn this into non taxable cash or just purchase something to avoid taxes.I'm on my second 1031 exch but later found out that I can't use the funds to improve on already purchased land so I'm a lit...

Hi BP,I'm in the process of purchasing a duplex in LA.  The owner passed and left the house to her 95 year old sister, who is selling it.  The front unit is empty, but the back unit has been occupied by a couple and t...

As the topic states, sometimes when I speak with individuals new to real estate they will often site Trulia and or zillow to pull comps.

Thats not for a general estimate mind you, but for actual comps for the subject...