Alexis Zion
How do I deduct, in this year, a Heating Systems for my 8 unit building
Hi AllMy Central Boiler in my 8 unit building died March 2014I had a central boiler and converted all the units to individual forced air units in each apartment (they now control their own heat and pay their own gas b...
Adam Smith
Upside down in rental, what to do?
My Brother-In-Law bought a condo in Sacramento about 6 years ago when the home prices there were still very high. He initially had a good investment going for him, but now things have radically changed.
He owes $105...
Frank C.
Timing the Market - buy now or wait for a correction
As a new real estate investor who has not experienced the cyclical nature of the market, I wanted to see what experienced people say about trying to time the market. It seems like locally and in many markets across t...
Brian Larson
How will the Bay Area Real Estate Market change with WFH???
Has anyone read this article yet? I think it clearly articulates the unclear future for the bay area real estate market right now.https://www.theverge.com/interface/2020/5/15/21258793/bay-area-exodus-silicon-valley-s...
Chris Tao
Rehab homes with Lead based paint
Hi BP,A newbish question. Anyone has experience on rehab/remodel older homes with lead based paint? I am curious about:- do you just paint over it or need to strip it first?- when selling, do you still disclose lead...
Angela Xu
Bill AB1506, DO you know about it in CA?
California Apartment Association “ CAA” calls for action : a Bill to repeal the "Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act" (Costa-hawkins Rental Housing Act) has been scheduled for the first hearing in the state legislature, ...
Asif Karmally
International investor trying to start US investments
Hello all, I am an international investor with a small portfolio of (non-US) properties, and looking to break into the US multi-family / condo market. I've been an avid follower of bigger pockets for the past few mont...
Phil LoCicero
New Administration Hostile Towards Landlords?
The Biden administration has me a little nervous. I have great tenants. It appears that there are some radical ideas being tossed around by some members of congress such as complete rent forbearance and forgiveness al...
Danny Webber
HOW CAN WE IMPROVE THE TITLE COMPANY INDUSTRY?
I've dealt with good title and bad title companies as I am sure you have. What suggestions do we have to make them better?
Matthew Kresky
Looking to move my young family
As the title says, I am looking to move my young family to a lower cost of living city/ town. I am currently in Denver and grew up in San Diego. I am looking for a location with good schools, good culture and of cours...