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What are the best ways to automate collecting rent from tenants that is on automatic payment and sends notification to tenants that rent is due? Tired of telling them that rent is coming up.
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I am disappointed in the calculators on this platform. They produce simple results with no room for adjustment to come up with a more accurate outcome. What am I paying for again?
For example, if going with less tha...
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Hey BP, I’m just wondering what tools does everyone use to scout out houses for the out of state investor? The obvious one is google maps but I’m wondering if anyone uses other tools
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Shout out to BP Agents and everyone else with an opinion on the matter:As a Seller's Agent, are Virtual Tours worth it? Do sellers care? Do buyers care to view them? Is it only worth it for luxury homes? If anyone has...
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Hello BP community,
I’ve recently been introduced to real estate investing and have become highly attracted to both short term and long term rentals (the idea in general.) I’m looking for ways to be savvy, smart and ...
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How do you go online and find Absentee Owners online through City Information?
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Does anyone have experience with the Real Estate IQ Deal Analyzer? Is it worth the monthly fee? Is data accurate, comprehensive and up to date?
Thanks
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Hello Y'll,which property management tool/software would you recommend for landlord who is managing less than 30 properties? Mainly to keep track of rental income, expenses and where tenant can put in the tickets? Tha...
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Free or paid, what property management software do you guys like to use? Which software platforms would you recommend for first time property owners with small portfolios?
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Hello everyone. Active duty military and New here to BP while still considering myself new to REI. I do have a couple of LTRs between SFH and duplexes but looking to get into STRs and expanding my current portfolio. I...