Shedrick Boyd
Need to buy next investment property! Any thoughts on Condos?!?
Currently in the market for my next investment property. My biggest objection is my market (Denver) is so expensive it’s hard to make the deal work. Only properties I can make numbers work are Condos....Goal would be ...
Todd Aaron
Another Attempt at Starting Out
My first attempt with an excepted offer ended with a lot of issues found on the inspection and the seller was not willing to accept a lower offer. So I had to let that one go. I ran across several deals after that b...
Rachel Mellies
Would you think scam??
We have a friend who uses a wholesale/turnkey type company for his property investments. They sell you the property for about 10k more then they bought it, then they have construction teams to renovate for you, then t...
Pyrrha Rivers
My first deal!
I’m struggling to write this because I have so much to say it is difficult not to write an entire novel. So here is my attempt to be brief. JJanuary to August 2014 Yes, it took me that long to purchase my first proper...
CL Ziegler
Expenses, Repairs -vs- Improvements
Hi Everyone,On my last three tax returns my CPA surprised me by prorating several of my HUGE expenses, citing that they were improvements so the full amount can't be claimed on one year's return. (he diviede them over...
Jared Trindade
Real Estate Market in Winston-Salem NC
The next Charlotte?
Winston Salem is the 5th largest city in NC, sporting a population of around 250,000 not including the immediate surrounding towns like Lewisville, Clemmons, Kernersville, Walkertown, and Rural Ha...
Bobby Akines
Flipping in Ivy City Washington, DC
Has anyone tried to flip in Ivy City in DC? Trying to get a feel for what the appetite is for homes there. I live in NoMa in DC, and I love the "bones" of the neighborhood, but trying to gauge timing for any sort...
John C S.
Solar Panels
Hi all I have a question about solar panels. Do they add value to your home. Also if a lot of houses in my area are starting to convert to solar would it be a smart move to jump on the band wagon. Thanks I appreciate...
Theo Daubresse
Minimum Standard for Credit Scores and Security Deposits
Hello All,
I am looking into purchasing my first investment property in a C+ / B- neighborhood in Richmond, VA. In addition to checking income, employment verification, criminal background and the tenant’s rental hi...
Sharise S.
First Tenant Turnover Experience
Hello BP,I’m experiencing my first tenant turnover and I’m excited about the process. I purchased both properties with tenants so this is my first time screening and getting the apartment ready for new tenants. The pr...