Chris Svendsen
Applicant with Criminal Record
I have a 4 plex I am working to fill and have an applicant with a criminal history. The applicant has good credit, money to pay rent with no issues, a good job, and good reference from last landlord. Issue is was con...
Ernesto Gutierrez
Property Managers as Additionally Insured vs Interested Party
Hi BP,Just bought my first rental property (3units) in Bakersfield. I'm with a major insurance company and been asked to add the PM I'm working with to the insurance policy as an additionally insured party. Ins compan...
Jared Dewey
House Hack at 18 is it Possible? Maybe Even Under 18?
I'm very new to the real estate scene, I turned 17 about 3 weeks ago but want to get my first property very shortly after 18 maybe even 17 if possible. Considering I don't plan on going to college after high school to...
Mark Tomes
What don't I know going in to a 6 plex?
Let me get this out of the way first, I have never considered purchasing a multifamily. I own one single family that I have been renting out for 4 years, and just closed on my second property 2 weeks ago. Multifamil...
Brandon Parry
Housing-market bottom raises hopes that US can avoid recession
Historically, housing has been a crucial driver of the business cycle, with low-interest rates boosting demand for homes and supporting construction jobs and consumer spending.Conversely, rising rates tend to dampen t...
Artur A.
Need guidance: Property manager transparency & high expenses on old property (1910)
Hi Everyone,
I'm facing two issues with my rental property and would appreciate your insights:
1)Property Manager Transparency: My property manager doesn't readily share details or invoices for expenses, instead ask...
Jesse T.
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5% vs. 3.0%
Does offering 2.5% reduce the number of agents who will show a buyer a house?This is a home in the 600K range if that makes a difference in the Washington DC suburbs.
Robert Arnold
Property Management Contract Concerns
We are new property owners in Ohio looking for some advice on a property management contract we are about to sign. We are seeking an experienced opinion on the following stipulations: The broker will collect and be...
Dalton Dellinger
How to Split profit on Flips
Hello BP,I have two questions, but the first one will need some explaining. I am on my second house I'm flipping in Southwestern Indiana. During the first project, I elected one of my handymen with a background in Con...
Wenlong Zhao
Rehab by a management company or a contractor?
About the rehab step, it is commonly advised to work with a contractor but get advises from our property manager on the scope of works. But many property management companies also offer rehab services. I'm wondering i...