Allison Ault
Buy or Sell Cash-Flowing Property That Needs $30k Repair
This is my first time posting to Bigger Pockets! So excited to use this resource. I read a book by Bigger Pockets 3 years ago on out-of-state investing and bought my first out-of-state investment property halfway thro...
Kristy F.
Advice on inherited, rent-controlled tenants demanding upgrades
Hello all, I'm a new landlord and recently purchased a triplex in San Francisco that came with tenants. One couple in the building has been there for 15 years and is paying $1000 below market rate. After I purchased t...
Doug Davis
buying duplex in Atlanta area
Hi All,This summer, I would like to buy a duplex to live in and rent half.I subscribed to BiggerPockets so I have access to the tools.I read this:https://www.biggerpockets.com/...Is there any specific advice you would...
Timothy VanWingerden
Operating expense or capital improvement?
I am working with an accountant as I prepare returns for the first year of owning real estate. I read Brandon Hall’s article from a while back talking about the tax myth’s for real estate investing. One was the follow...
Bienes Raices
Possible issues with neighbors
I looked at an REO on Monday. I could probably get the bank down to a decent price. It had one offer on it on Monday, but the bank just lowered the price $5000 yesterday, so I guess that potential buyer dropped out.
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Calvin Lin
Extremely high utility cost
Hi folks,I have a sticky situation at one of my condo rentals in Raleigh, NC. It is a 4 BR unit where I pay the utilities. The renters are all students at the nearby State U. The electricity cost is paid by me due ...
Ellie Narie
What should I know about self-managing D-properties remotely?
I'm looking into investing in Ohio (possibly Cleveland), because of the cash flow. But I heard a lot of bad reviews about property management companies. Is it possible to self-manage in D areas? Here's what I'd want t...
George P.
layout drawing for perspecitive tenants
does anyone know where to get these layout drawings for free?I am thinking this is very helpful for the perspective tenants ?thanks!!!!!
Christos Philippou
Sending a letter to a vacant home advice
Hey all! I recently purchased and moved into my primary residence on a nice quiet street filled with nothing but 3/1s to 3/2 townhouses. I noticed across literally across the street was a completely vacant house, with...
Gilbert Gutierrez
4-unit Purchase - Deal or No Deal @$420K
Hi Everyone,I wanted to get some feedback on a property in consideration. I coming in roughly at a 5.7% CAP. Although, not sure if I'm being conservative enough. I am allocating roughly $100/month per unit to go towa...