So I have a bare lot I am selling. Lets say I get 100k for it. My plan is to 1031 this into a duplex. It looks like I can occupy one side of the duplex as long as when I sell the duplex that side isn't considered 1031...

Hi BP Fam - The hubby and I have enough money saved to pay off either 1 of our rentals or our primary residence.  Wondering how others might approach this, what makes the most sense, and why.  Below are some data:1.) ...

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I would love for some more experienced REIs to have a look at the details of a recent purchase my partner and I just completed and give us your thoughts on how you think we did.

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Currently in tenant search mode. Have my criteria set. Trying to follow strictly. Had this one family come see the place. Its a modest 3br 1 bath home. 1000 sq ft. Husband wife and 4 kids. Husband has a decent job as ...

Hey all,We have a property in Greeley, CO and found out the tenant has not paid their utilities for the past 3 months and gas will be shut off today if they don't pay at least half of the bill today.This is our first ...

Background: Just closed on my first househack duplex where I inherited tenants. The tenants are a married military couple who had just extended another year prior to me closing the property. I have already talked with...

Hi guys, Another question! I'm in California- where I hear has the WORST landlord friendly laws. It sounds miserable. If anyone has any horror stories, please share! even though it will probably scare me and add to my...

We are first time landlords, trying to do everything by the book in michigan. We didn't want to rent out the second half of our duplex as we eventually plan on turning it into a single family home. But we had a friend...

I am really intrigued by the tiny house/microhouse movement. Being a room-renter myself I know how important solid cheap dwelling is especially to young bachelors like myself. Is there any way I can create a multi-dwe...

Last REO I purchased I offered, I think, 72k on an 89k listing with 90+ days on the market. My rational was something like 1) the listing agreement expired in a week or so, 2)original principal loaned was 76k in 2004...