Hemal Adani
Do I need title insurance?
Hello, I have mortgage on a property. Lender has ordered and received lender's title insurance. Do I owner's title insurance as well? Should I get one after mortgage is paid off?
Mike Hsiao
New Law for San Diego "Cash For Keys" for at-fault - 2 months rent?
I have a property in the city of San Diego (92116 zip code). I have a tenant that has not paid August rent. Rent was due August 1st ($2750), and per my lease is late the day after. I acquired the property in mid Jul...
John Vietmeyer
Am I over improving?
I'm closing on my 3rd property, a 1600 sq ft SFH built in 1975. The numbers originally looked great for the growing Charleston SC market, but my repair costs are quickly adding up. Since it is not earning much as a f...
Bill Zarzecki
Proof of funds for getting a contract
Question from a newbie: what is required to get a house under contract? Researching private and hard money lenders online, all lenders want a house under contract before releasing funds, however, working with a realto...
Vikram Aryan
Mold/Mildew issue uncovered after 3 months of purchase
Hello,Thank you in advance for the support this community offers to new investors such as myself.We purchased a 8-unit multi-family property in Q4-2019. During the purchase process, we only got access to 2 units for i...
Peter Glenn
Considering to invest in LA Market for my 1st Real Estate Deal
Hi All,I’m 27 years old first time home buyer, living in Los Angeles, CA. I’ve heard about house hacking on BP podcasts and believe this will be a good strategy for me to start up with in real estate investing in LA m...
Will Sledge
Providing Washer and Dryer
Do any of you provide a washer and dryer for your tenant? I close on my first rental house in a month. I am budgeting for the renovations. I already have to replace the washing machine. Should I buy a washer and dryer...
Johann Jells
Are no ceiling lights in small rooms a problem or no big deal?
I'm starting reno on a 5 room unit that was once gaslight. 3 of the smallest rooms, the larger two being 70 sq ft, have no overhead lights. 2 have a wall sconce with a built in switch. My impulse was to wire in ceilin...
Sofiya Cherni
Cleaning Charges & Paint
Do you hire someone to clean your properties and then bill the tenant or do you write if off as an expense? My state says property must be left in "broom clean" condition which does not equate to clean. I sent a list ...
Craig Shrimpton
How exactly are we helping the distressed seller?
All,Please help me get my head around a basic principle.One of the basic points in buying for cash from distressed owners is the investor is somehow helping them. I'm trying to figure out exactly how.For example: You ...