Steve DellaPelle
Is it worth paying more for a bank that actually communicates...
Cash-out refinance on my investment property out of state...Bank 1 - $150,000 30 Year 4.85% (4.97% APR) $4,000 Closing Costs $46,000 Cash in my pocket after refinance"Big Bank"- Horrible communication- Closing set for...
Chan K.
Landlord, Tenant, Screening, Massachusetts
Hi BPers,
I am in the process of screening my tenant. I started using SmartMove which provides by BiggerPockets.
I have noticed that it only shows credit report and criminal check. If some...
Eva Schwartz
Software for landlord to keep track of multi family/retail tenant
What is the best software for a landlord to keep track of multi family/mixed use/retail tenants? Thank you for your comments, I am new to this site and looking forward to hearing any suggestions. Currently we just use...
Jude Cineas
Open houses grow exposure for properties.
As a real estate agent, I cannot stress enough how critical an open house is to sell a property. An open house is a crucial opportunity to showcase a property to potential buyers and generate interest. Here are some r...
Thomas O'Donnell
Should I Provide a Washer and Dryer at My Rental?
My duplex has washer/dryer hookups in both of the basements. I currently do not have these in either unit (I am living in one side). Should I be looking to purchase a washer/dryer for the other unit and have it instal...
Yesenia Padilla
How to negotiate a deal that benefits both myself and owner
I recently got a call back on a letter I mailed out. Owner is set on a price but I am actually really interested in purchasing the property and holding on to it for a rental. It's a 2 house on 1 lot, up in coming neig...
Joe Mende
Smart Locks for Rental Property
Hey everyone, so we just moved into our new duplex we purchased and I've read on here that it's a good idea to immediately change locks when moving in. Has anyone bothered with smart locks? I was thinking it would m...
Gene H.
Built to Suit / Ground Lease Attorneys
Hello - can anyone here recommend me an good attorney at reasonable rates for a Single Tenant Retail lease? I am currently in the process of negotiating (as a landlord/developer) either a ground lease or buit to suit ...
Joshua Sun
Best bank to open up business account?
Hi,My girlfriend and I are looking to purchase a first investment property soon, and we were wondering if there was a preferred bank to open up a business account. Or maybe it doesn't matter, as long as we have a plac...
Brent Kostner
Rent payment boxes??
What is your advise on rental payment drop boxes? We just bought a 4 plex and I am wanting to install a rent payment box onsite as I feel it would be most convenient for us and our tenants. We live in a small town wit...