Meiling Qi
I need help with pricing please
I recently had a leak in my water line on the second floor and had to have some work done on my living room ceiling. The total cost of repair not including plumbing repair is $1789.05 with a $1000 deductible. The insu...
Nick Weston
Investing before a Downturn
I am looking to purchase my first rental (first investment in general) and looking for advice. I am getting skeptical I am not doing the right thing due to timing with a looming recession. Coupled with that I am in Ch...
Diana K.
Major foundation problems in a 43k home (buffalo ny)
I was just informed by my newly hired property management company that I have major foundation issues at one of my properties (walls starting to cave in and bow inwards, according to their report). The price I was qu...
Brian Slater
Cash Out Refi Evaluation
Hi All, I am new to BP but have had my first rental SFH since 2011. While I definitely jumped head first into this deal and make some mistakes, I did have some help with some experienced people around me. I also l...
Mike Craig
Closing relationship with PM and holding accountable
We are terminating our relationship with our current PM and have some issues with the work they had done in our absence. They managed this property for us while we were on the other side of the country for two years....
AJ Wong
The Virtue & Value of Preparation & Patience
If there is one thing I have learned in real estate investing it is that patience and preparation pay. In my own property investment career I can confidently advise myself and clients to take their time. Forcing a tra...
Jade Williams
Finance or pay cash
So I know Cash is always king but how do most of you Landlords buy, Cash or Credit?
Brian Balthasar
Being Over-Leveraged in a Recession
Hey Guys,I've been hearing the term "over-leveraged" thrown around a lot in the forums. What is a healthy balance of leverage to have? At what point do you consider some one to be over leveraged? Can anyone provide an...
Account Closed
Worst things to happen
Im looking to become a buy and hold investor. I'm planning on starting a company.My question is to experienced landlords is what trade skill example ( hvac electrician) would be the best to know. And what is the worst...
Cody Jensen
How Often Does Tenants Call You For Repairs/Issues ?
Hi Everyone,I plan on closing on a duplex soon that has tenants already in it. It will be my first rental property. I've met the tenants and they seem nice and such. My questions is, how often does your tenants call y...