Erich Oertel
First month, last month, security deposit?
I am renting my property for the first time. Normally, what’s collected prior to moving in? Is it first month, last month, and a security deposit? I’m getting mixed advice. Some say just first and last month, with no ...
Michael Ealy
Why You Should NOT Buy Based on Actual Income of the Property
Real estate gurus teach: Only buy rental properties based on actuals (actual net operating income) not based on pro-forma (or projected net operating income).Although it sounds good and reasonable, after doing this si...
James R. Copeland
Balloon payments in commercial lending (ticking time bomb?)
So I would LOVE to eventually get into Commercial Real Estate, especially apartments, but realize the commercial loan world is much different from SFR's. The part that keeps sticking out to me is the concept of a "bal...
Alicia Marks
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Samantha Miller
Is my plumber screwing me over?
Hey BP! Looking for some input on an inspection report. I am under contract to purchase a 4 bed 1.5 bath row home in Philadelphia. This is my first home purchase, and I have little to no experience with real estate, c...
Ross Ellington
VA Loan
Hey guys, I have a question about the VA loan with a multifamily. I know that I have to live there one year to use the VA loan but what if all the units are occupied at the time of purchase. Is there a window for when...
Randy E.
Two houses, one driveway
I bought a house recently that will be a rental. Prior to buying it, I noticed there was only driveway for this house and the one next to it. I checked online and it appears the driveway is mostly on the other owner...
Anthony Johnson
What are Motivated seller leads?
My knowledge of real estate investment is still very basic, if someone could explain "Motivated Seller Leads". My thought process of buying and selling is very linear right now. If someone is "Motivated" to sell, but ...
Amanda Coleman
Air B&B in Portland Oregon- Permits, Taxes & Regulations
Hey BPers, Any local Portland Air BnB wizards on here? Trying to navigate the regulatory waters and see what hoops we would have to jump through to list a 4Bdrm house as an Air BnB and am finding some conflicting/conf...
Lynn James
Bad Weather Question
Question
I had a pipe to burst at my rental. This seems to be a common issue here in Georgia today. Since the demand is so high for plumbers I cant get one out until tomorrow. 2 questions:
Am I respons...