Joey Nakayama
Move-in fee v. security deposit
As a Chicago landlord, I've noticed many local apartment listings that ask for a non-refundable move-in fee instead of a security deposit. I suspect this is partially due to Chicago's strict laws regarding security...
Edwin Campos
First 5 actions you took to be a real estate investor?
What were the first 5 steps you took to get started on your real estate investing venture?
Timothy W.
Why Michael Moore is wrong about capitalism
http://business.nd.edu/ask_more/commentary.aspx?id=4649
I found this very interesting article written by two Notre Dame university business professors. It is short and succinct but very interesti...
Luc M.
Buying In Las Vegas
Thanks mostly to the information and motivation stemming from this forum, I have purchased a rental house in Central Florida and am under contract for two additional homes. I will look to be adding more homes in Flor...
Dawn Anastasi
Most dangerous neighborhoods in America
Just read an article on this and thought it would be interesting to share. 1. North and Northeast Auburn Gresham (Chicago IL)Zip code 606202. Washington Park (Chicago IL)Zip code 606373. Northeast of East Atherton an...
Suzane Ivas
Working with more than one realtor at a time. Ok or not ok?
Oftentimes realtors will ask if I am already working with another agent. Does this mean they won't work with me if I am? I find working with one realtor very restrictive and slow. Working with multiple realtors ...
Valerie Smith
Painting cabinets-BRRRR return on investment
Looking at a duplex listed for $106k to BRRRR. We think it could maybe appraise around $130k ARV. It’s in a B neighborhood. They have 90’s oak cabinets with off-white Formica countertops. One thought is we don’t want ...
Anthony Porembski
Best methods to pay contractors??
I’ve heard most investors say they wouldn’t pay any money upfront but then most contractors I’ve heard say they wouldn’t start work without a deposit. How do you come to an agreement where both sides feel comfortable...
Joe M.
How do you earn/save extra money thread?
Thought it would be a cool idea to share how you earn or save extra money, no matter how large or small....to help make our pockets bigger. I think finances is an area one can always improve on....might as well learn ...
Ram Chandrasekaran
Renting my House - General Suggestions requested
Team
We have decided to rent our house (that we live in) and move to South Bay in CA. We are planning to rent a house there and NOT buy one. Well, thats the discussion I had with Wheatie and Christian. Anyways, have a...