James W.
tenant broke lease - security deposit?... no keys returned...
I recently purchased a duplex that was rented on both sides.One of the tenants had a year lease expiring end of September. They "informed" the previous owners that they were moving out by end of July because they boug...
Jackson Mertes
Looking to connect with Minneapolis, MN investor
Hello, I'm moving to Minneapolis in mid-October and would love to purchase a home as soon as possible to house hack. However for now, I'm interested in possibly connecting with investors or real estate professionals f...
Account Closed
Top 3 Investment Areas In Pittsburgh Over The Next 4-7 Years
"Oh, THAT neighborhood? It's definitely going to be the next Lawrenceville."
I hear this said ALL. THE. TIME. And yet somehow it always seems to be a different neighborhood. Sure there's some overlap in answers. But ...
Shiva Bhaskar
Thoughts on Cleveland REI after a 4+ day investor visit
I became interested in the Cleveland/Cuyahoga County market around May of this year. After several months of talking to folks on BP (and others outside of BP who have invested there or lived in the area), I decided to...
Gina Coleman
What will I need for my first rental? Insurance, banks, PM, etc
Made an offer on an off-market portfolio consisting of 2 duplexes and 1 SF. I’m planning on getting a Property Management company as I live out of State in CA. Just a few questions I’m hoping someone can help me with....
Brad Penley
What is the best resource on how to validate short term rentals
I’m looking to Airbnb my primary house but I’m also looking to possibly buy the house across the street to Airbnb as well. I know how to valuate long term rentals that have the same rent each month, but how do you val...
Yaniel Suarez
Full Time RN Seeking Advice on Duplex vs. SFH as 1st investment
Hello BP community. I'm a 27 year old full-time RN (working on average 91 hours/week) with 100k in savings looking to dump into my first real estate investment. I'm looking to put 25% down on either a turn-key SFH or...
Christian Barto
My First House Hack
Hello everyone! I am starting to work with my Relator on finding a Single Family home to house hack. What are some criteria I should look for? I have the area pick out, the price range and the condition of the propert...
Justin K.
Duplex (Vancouver WA) live-in worth it?
Hi guys,First time home buyer here trying to house hack my first property in the Portland/Vancoucer area.... The pacific NW I'm finding is a pretty tough place to cash flow on anything. Most homes fail the 1% rule her...
David K.
Emotional Support Dog
Hello BP community,I own a 2-fam townhouse in PA. The upstairs tenant moved in about 2 years ago and since obtained a pitbull. The HOA has dog size restrictions and this pitbull does not qualify. A neighbor recently c...