![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/719922/small_1694736783-avatar-astera1.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Seller in Columbus OH refuses to return $1000 earnest deposit to Buyer despite cancelled contract and demands $500 before returning the deposit. Seller wont sign mutual release claiming they were not given time to rem...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/726879/small_1634329033-avatar-roblawrencere.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I am currently selling my house, and I have a 5% commission on it. My realtor says that maybe I am not getting as many people coming or an offer because of my commission percentage. In you experience, do you think i...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1273318/small_1621510881-avatar-phillipc58.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I understand many have flipped 5+ houses or have tremendous experience with the renovation process. However, as a contractor I'm curious what was the biggest "miss" or unknown finding you've experienced in a flip? Fou...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/192533/small_1621432234-avatar-jessicageisler.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I've seen many times the advice given to find "investor friendly" realtors to help you find properties. I have two that I'm currently working with in two different counties, both investors themselves. The way it has b...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/358998/small_1698271646-avatar-johngmckee.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Everyone is complaining about cash flow, but the truth is everything cash flows. It's a matter of how much you want to put down on the property. Even if you are doing a value add deal you most likely want some initi...
Hi everyone, looking for some feedback on how to handle lawn care maintained for my 2 unit ( unit on bottom and one on top)
I have a lease with the newer tenant who moved into the top unit back in December that she ...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1069813/small_1694568752-avatar-mikea191.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hey all, A friend recommended me to BP so I am hoping some people can assist with my delima. I've been buying props for a few years in Hartford and Bridgeport with good success. They are only 2 - 4 units, and very l...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/518501/small_1680882271-avatar-lukecarl.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hello! I just moved into a new market and bought 3 low income doors. 1 Single Family flip in a D neighborhood that is just on the other side of an A neighborhood1 Duplex that is 15 years old in a C area that is coming...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/246462/small_1621435960-avatar-alexrusso.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
What is your biggest gaf/stupid mistake that you have made in your career so far?It may include you ending up with egg on your face, missing something extremely obvious, or making a beginners mistake. I am sure we all...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/182136/small_1728924093-avatar-scotttrench.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I've noticed that a lot of people on the site come on and ask about how they can get started investing with a poor credit score and if that score even matters in real estate.I'd argue that it does. I think it makes o...