I currently live in Falls Church, Virginia (Fairfax County) and am thinking about converting my basement into an apartment and renting it out. I think there may be Fairfax county rules against this, but I am wondering...

I just purchased a duplex in November and the next following month neither of the tenants that I inherited has paid rent. I’ve already sent the 5 day pay or quit notices for both units. I sent one final text today rem...

Hey All, I'm picking up a mortgage in Columbus but the seller doesn't have the original Promissory Note.  Does anyone know if a lost Note Affidavit is valid in the state of Ohio and stand up in court if I need to fore...

I have a tenant that is angry because terminated his month to month lease. I gave 3 months notice. He has called the code inspectors and suddenly they are finding minor violations. -1 set of exposed wires in basement-...

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I was wondering if anyone had a sample non disclosure or non circumvention contract that you use when giving a fellow investor property information that you have referred to them (i.e. from a bird dog or w...

I am looking to purchase a property to operate a bed and breakfast and small event venue.  It is a small acreage in a neighborhood with deed restrictions against operating a business out of your home.  There has not b...

Good Day Bigger Pockets Community. My name is Brian and I’m from the Central Coast of California. I have a renewed interest in real estate investing since discovering this wonderful website. I want to take the opportu...

Hey everyone,I have some questions regarding code violation leads.1. How do you determine properties with what code violations are the best to market? Which ones are pointless to reach and the homeowners are unlikely ...

Hello my name is Matt . I am currently working in law enforcement and I want to change careers and become a real estate investor. I have young children and my current career takes me away from them more than I would l...

I just bought a triplex. The property appraiser shows its a triplex! I found out today when checking with zoning (about adding parking) that the garage (that was turned into an apartment) was never permitted. Zoning h...