Typical Pre-Listing Activities1. Research Current Properties 2. Research Sales Activity from MLS and public records databases 3. Provide Average Days on Market Assessment 4. Review Property Tax Roll 5. Prepare a Compa...

Hi  All,The recent tragedy of the realtor that was killed while showing a home serves as an unfortunate reminder of the potential risks posed by door knocking.  I never go alone; I usually take my sister.  Even though...

How do I keep growing after hitting debt limit? Calling a veterans!I'm a young investor who owns 16 SF properties around Houston. I think I have hit my debt limit(atleast till I prove my self to the bank). I have abou...

Hi everyone! I'm an out-of-country investor looking at getting into rental properties, and I'm very excited to get started. I'm looking at Little Rock, Memphis, and Houston. I've been reading through the posts on this...

I was listening to the Money Podcast, Finance-Friday edition earlier this week. @ScottTrench mentioned having adequate amounts in reserve for a rental property. I close on my first property on Wednesday the 17th. The ...

I just saw my rental’s single garage stuffed with about 6 motorcycles in various states of repair. OMG! The tenant did NOT indicate these “toys” on his rental app, and the lease states “tenant agrees  not to store and...

Hi Everyone,I am beginning my search for an investor friendly realtor but having a tough time finding one on websites with good investor experience. Does anyone have any questions or tips on how to separate the averag...

Hello BP Nation! I've been lurking for a long while now without introducing myself. But seeing as how s#*t is finally getting real, it seems like a good time to do so.I recently moved into Baltimore City proper last m...

"You dont get a second chance at a first impression" -Anonymous (Presumably, Oscar Wilde...)Being in the military has limited the necessity for research in civilian attire, but now that I am to commit to REI, it has b...

1. Screen your tenants better. Do intricate research and invest your time in getting to know them beyond just knowing that they are people who need a place to live and on the surface seem to be able to pay. 2. Ensure ...