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I'm currently evaluating a 4-unit building and need to make a decision because all 4 renters are Section 8. I have heard pro's and con's to having section 8 renters. Some people love them, others hate them. I feel as ...
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So I recently met a realtor who I agreed to let act as my buyer's agent. She's probably showed me 7-8 properties and has put in a lot of time, been very responsive, etc. I assumed she would be making 2.5-3% commission...
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I have a friend who was a successful landlord for many years. When I mentioned Section 8 to him he advised me never to get involved with it, that it was only for experts who know how to handle it. He said the Section ...
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Hello fellow BP'ers,The wife and I are having our first not quite sure what to do moment as landlords. Background: We bought our first duplex in October 2018. We inhearited 2 tenants that were had been there for 3 yrs...
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Some input please...I have a 3/2 SFR on one acre in San Marcos TX under contract. Was getting a rehab loan for purchase price 170K plus 20K of rehab funds with plan to refi out once rented, planning to hold on to the ...
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Hey guys,So a unique opportunity came about that I've never experienced in all my years renting. Someone in the neighborhood offered to pay cash (or cashier check) for the entire rental lease (10 month lease) upfront....
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good evening everyone! I have a question which I was asked and since I'm not a lawyer or have experience this maybe someone on BP has. Tenant been in the property since 2009. She sign...
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Anyone accept a year rent upfront and provide a discount...potential tenant is asking? If so, what amount of discount do you use?
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I have just started with few rental duplexes and fourplexes and learned already from my mistakes to do thorough background check, quick eviction and provide quick service. But I do not want to make all possible mista...
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I just got an angry call from someone that received my letter. It started "normal" with him saying he didn't want to sell his house and that he didn't like that I had the audacity to ask. No problem. I handled the ...