Jarred S.
Quarterly Walkthrough - What to look for? What to ask?
When you do a walkthrough of a rented unit (assuming you do) what are some of the things to look out for? Also, what questions are you asking? I am looking for smoking inside, making sure the electrical outlets are co...
Mark Gruetzmacher
Double Wide on Basement-Foundation Support Question
Hello Everyone, I am looking at buying a Double Wide on a basement. I am wondering how it is supposed to be supported correctly. The outside edge I think sits on the basement wall. I think the 2 inside frames are s...
Hubert Chen
Subdivide CA Land: Can I build house while waiting for approval?
I'm located in Los Angeles County. I have an opportunity to subdivide a parcel of land (1 large lot into 2 smaller lots). One lot will keep the existing house, and I am planning to construct a new home on the new lot....
Brandon Alexander
How can I check on properties from long distance?
I'm a long distance real estate investor living in California and investing in FL and TN. I wish I could check in on my properties and other prospective properties quickly and easily, but that would require a 3 hour f...
Tom West
External only inspection required?
Hey everyone,So I'm buying a house in Lincoln Park, mi and it's going to be my first flip. The city apparently only requires an inspection from the outside of the house. I want an inspection done inside as well but wa...
Robert Baker
Buying a 6-plex for a newbie
I am new to the real estate investment game and trying to get my feet wet. I came across a 6-plex that appears to be a good deal. I am curious what to be aware of when buying a 6 unit building (6 connected townhomes...
James Conaway
General Practice for pest control in apartments
I have a 4plex in Phoenix, AZ that a tenant is complaining of cockroaches. What is the general best practice/policy for dealing with pest control like cockroaches in a shared building like a 4 plex?Does the Landlord p...
Marc Izquierdo
Seller won't get heater certification!
Hi everyone,I'm looking for some advice. I have a duplex under contract in Bristol Borough, PA with a closing date scheduled for Nov 21st. Since day 1, the seller and listing agent have been extremely shady and not ...
Robert Carlson
Benefits of Buying New Construction
So what are the advantages of buying a NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME? Well, here are some:
- Minimal maintenance worries, as everything is BRAND NEW. And for those things that do pop up, they are likely covered under a hom...
Matthias Ochs
Buying my first apartment building, no broker
Hi there,i am about to buy my first (small) apartment building. I already do have 4 residential units that i bought via a realtor, so i know what to look out for in general.This time i dont have a realtor (or broker) ...