James Barnes
Running a SFH through the Rental Properties Calculator
I am looking at purchasing a new home within the next year. This will be my second mortgage. My first is an FHA so this one will more than likely be a conventional with, lets say 20% down. Rates right now are any wher...
Ken Alce
House Hacking Query: Do I factor in my paying rent?
Hi all! I'm brand new to this community and look forward to learning (and, in time, giving) as much as possible! I'm located out of Baltimore, MD.
When running the numbers on a house hack opportunity, do you factor ...
Marcus Joseph
Newbie looking to purchase 23 Units on Master Lease Agreement
Hi BP family,I recently received an email regarding a multi-family 23 unit apartment complex just outside Houston. So far I've visited the property, taken pictures, and spoken to the broker who works with the owner. I...
Joe C.
House trashed so I did some work
Hello, My tenant trashed my rental. I took pictures. Finding help was a challenge so my BF and I did most of the work (ex, patching walls, painting the downstairs, cleaning and hauling away garbage). Can I charge him ...
Filipe Contaifer
Roofing Guidance / Roofer Recs
Howdy folks! New to REI, closing on my first property this Friday! Sad news is it looks like I may need a new roof. Hoping you folks who have been doing this a lot longer than I could provide some guidance.
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David H.
Postcard content
I am brand new and ready to dive into some direct mail marketing. I have decided to send postcards to absentee owners. My question is: Is there anything specific I should be putting or not be putting on these cards. A...
John R. Whittington
Replacing Interior Doors
Question: if the door jams are in good shape, would you replace just the interior doors, or buy a pre-hung door and change out the entire fixture? TIA for your answers.
Taylor R Herschleb
How do you factor in vacancy rates for MTRs?
I have started researching MTRs in my area, but I am not really sure how to swag the vacancy rates. Any insight on how to arrive at this number (either nationally, regionally or preferably locally) would be helpful.
Shawn Pottschmidt
Favorite house style to work with
Just out of curiosity, what home style I.e. one story ranch , tri level, cape cod etc. is your favorite to refurbish and why?
Amanda Palmer
Improper Roof Installation -- what now?
Hi everyone. I have a legal question regarding the installation of a new roof on one of our rentals in Cincinnati. We had the entire roof replaced in May this year. Since then, we've had issues of leaks and gutter ove...