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My wife (business partner) and I are headed to DFW Texas to look at SFR's tomorrow.We are New Yorkers looking for an ideal buy and hold property. Very nervous!! Just wanted to know of any mistakes you guys might have ...
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This summer in the middle of the heatwave, the AC went out on our rental. It took four different technicians and about 5 weeks to finally fix it fully. It would work for a little then go out again. The tenants have b...
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I need some insight and opinions. My partners and I are trying to decide on building house that will be affordable to end users $100K-$130K, but "easy" on the pocket.We are currently think of building multiple small ...
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Does this make sense or not?I am considering putting solar panels on a rental property. Reasons to consider:1. There is a 30% federal tax credit2. Bonus depreciation would apply - I am not clear on if it is 50% or...
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So of the 20 rental homes I personally own in Memphis, the first 9 of them were put on 30yr loans and the other 11 on 15yr loans. To give you a simple example of the difference, here is what you can expect:$100k pr...
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I keep hearing that equity in houses are going to go up 10% next year and possible 15% in the next two years. People are paying for houses way over their appraised value and bidding wars are sparking up all over the ...
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Thank you for everybody that answered my last questions. My new questions for today on lease options. 1. What software do you guys use to screen tenets when it comes to the credit application. 2. Also when closing and...
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Hello! I’m finally ready to purchase my first house hack! I’m looking for properties in North Denver (Thornton, Westminster, Commerce city, etc). I plan to rent out the rooms to friends if I can instead of total stran...
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I'm considering buying a couple duplexes and am curious if it is customary for the tenants to do their own lawn mowing? The duplexes are 2 bed 1 bath, no garage. Rent is $550-$650 per side. Any suggestions or experien...
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Hi BP!I need help on radiator heat. I have never lived in a home with it and am just a little confused as to how to how it's expense works. Is there anyway to make tenants pay for the fuel? How can I tell if it is hea...