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Buying an owner-occupied house is tricky because relocating motivated sellers can be a logistical nightmare & deal-killer. Pets, too many occupants, not enough income, bad credit, picky criteria, too many things, ...
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I got the duplex I even have a quick response from my craigslist post. Then reality strikes. I'm clueless.How much of a deposit?Do I charge a application fee so i can cover cost of screening? How much?Is there some le...
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I only have one rental and this is my first time listing it for rent. I listed it and got close to 50 inquiries within 24 hours. I sent a reply to all those that inquired and suggested that they reply with their name ...
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Hi BP community, My fiance and I just purchased our first rental property in Charleston, SC. We paid all cash for a 2BR, 1.5BA townhouse about 10min from downtown. It's in great shape / turn key. We setup an LLC and w...
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I have a single family 3/2 rental going on the market soon in Garland, TX. I recently realized the city requires all single-family rentals to undergo an inspection process and $65 application each time the property ch...
Hello! I am a new future investor and am currently gathering funds, and as much knowledge as I can!The answer to this question may be obvious, but this is all new to me.Does getting pre-approved for financing by a ban...
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Hi All! Here are a few facts about my situation. Hoping some of you could help guide me in the right direction.I'm in central Ohio, in a county of ~65k. I'm self employed, so my DTI doesn't show well.I own 7 rentals (...
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Hello All!I finally have gotten an offer accepted on a property to house hack. I plan on living in the MIS with a separate entrance in the basement. The upstairs is 3 bed 2 bath with almost 1500 sq in a nice neighborh...
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Hi all,I know that there are a number of you out there that have experienced this transition as a result of the acquisition of Cozy. I have to state up front that I was quite pleased with Cozy for it's simplicity and...
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So what are your favorite clauses you have in your lease? The ones that help save you $ through avoiding damages or calling out specific things that you learned the hard way