When you rent out a place how much do you require your security deposit to be? 1 month's rent, $1,000, $500 etc? What about requiring last month's rent and first month's rent? I was thinking of asking for security dep...

I'm a firm believer in tapping other peoples accumulated knowledge and I'd like to get some feedback from our seasoned landlords here on BP.

We've heard of baby-proofing a house, but what are some things you guys do ...

BP, I am conducting due diligence on a 4-plex that I will house hack and hope to BRRRR. Prior to my offer, I had roughly budgeted 10k for siding an all other exterior rehabs (facia, trim, paint). I just got 2 estimate...

Hello BP,I guess I'm just writing this post so I can clear my mind right now.I'm 23 and I graduated from college in 2014 with a degree in Civil Engineering. I'm a pretty smart guy. I graduated with Highest Honors. I'v...

PreambleI've been lurking on BiggerPockets for over 6 years now... Listening to amazing podcasts, reading informative posts, and connecting with great people.  Now finally, after leaving big life decision to strangers...

Hello, my name is Omar Monsalvo and I live in Southern California. I just wanted to share my story and hoping you can share yours. I am 18 and currently attend University of California, Irvine and am studying Civil En...

I had an acquaintance that is an agent reach out to me yesterday about a 4-plex in Ogden he may be listing soon. He isn't investor minded so I am sure this looks like a steal to him. Any help with these numbers so I c...

My personal assessment of the overall economic risks has hit a tipping point.  Decided to sell 4 of our Self Storage locations.  They are great cashflow investments.  But my overall investment strategy and Risk/Reward...