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I am looking to relocate and when doing so would like to buy a SF home to live in for 1-2 yrs while we rehab it then turn it into a rental. I have found a decent REO that the numbers work well on, having both good equ...
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Often, when I do a showing for one of my vacant properties, I usually ask prospects what they have seen thus far in their local rental search. Quite often they report many "dumps" and thus was wondering if in the lan...
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I have not ran into this problem yet, but I was having trouble finding the right wording to put into my lease regarding the penalty for smoking in a non-smoking unit. Assuming there would be no physical damage (burns...
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One thing I hear and read over and over againwhile studying is this idea of "going to 100s of open houses." From what I understand, you should do this before ever making your first deal just to get a basic overall und...
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I wanted to share with you a situation that recently came up with one of our rentals regarding service dogs. Please note we are located in Pennsylvania, though this issue is at a federal level. The Situation: Our ...
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Those on VRBO know there was a mess with the payouts for months. It got fixed in January and they sent an email out apologies etc... I was receiving my payouts on time in February.
The past 2 payouts are not coming...
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The rehab on my BRRRR Duplex that I purchased is nearing completion. I am 2 months into my 6 months of seasoning before I can refinance on the new appraisal. One question I have is when should I be having the appraisa...
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I'm about to go under contract on a duplex. The sellers added an "As Is" #2 addendum. I still have the inspection clause.
The home is older and I am planning to negotiate after the inspection report.
Based on this "...
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Good Wednesday everyone!Looking for advice on bookkeeping software to support growth of my business. One that can work with different investment strategies, including (mainly) flips, buy & holds, and AirBnB proper...
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Sorry not directly related to real estate, but can anyone recommend an online notary service in California?
Thanks,
Ray