I'm in Southern CA and realize, based on the Podcasts, that the 2% rule can still be found in the Midwest or perhaps FL. Since the market has picked back up, I'm wondering if it still exists...generally? Or have other...

Hi BP,I have used my property manager for about 9 months now, so far i've been happy with what they have been doing.  I signed a contract with them back then, and every property which I have acquired and managed has b...

When buying a rental property from a reputable turn key company, is it necessary to go visit the home before you purchase?And hire an outside inspector and general contractor to evaluate? 

Can someone suggest a good way to estimate repair costs, or should I just stick with quotes from multiple contractors?

I am working on my first Rehab and am looking to start putting the property on the market. What are some things I should be prepared for If a real estate agent contacts me with a buyer? I know what I need to get for...

Hi everyone,I just passed my Illinois broker's test a week ago and I recently joined KW. I have a FT job at a  bank but I'm planning on devoting at least 40-50 hours a week to my real estate career.Can anyone give me ...

From another client report (this one from 2012) - sans footnotes and references.All Americans are experiencing the expansionist wave of government control over all of our activities, and businesses are being increasin...

Diary entry One- I just spent a month doing the due diligence, aligning the management team, developing relationship with key players (particularly the lender), and I am almost there.  Well, .. . . was almost there.  ...

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I have a 5800sq ft, 4 unit apartment building in New Brunswick, Canada that I bought a couple of years ago. The building is quite old and has lots of old/dated wiring that has made it un-rentable until i...