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Hey everyone. Brand new member. I bought my first property in Chicago (A two flat) in February, and I have just approved my first tenants for June 1st. They are graduating from college in May from Illinois State, a...
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I recently found a home online that would be great for a flip. When I contacted the realtor, he was straight up with me, and told me that the house had a very strong cat urine smell... so bad that the last people he s...
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I've been working with a lender who will not lend to me since my original intent was to create another Recovery Residence. Credit score high 700s. Other property cash flows a couple grand/month.I told them-OK--I'll re...
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I am just doing some research on this strategy. If you get HELOCs on your investment properties please let us know what bank or institution you use. Also what is your strategy in using your investment property HELOC?...
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Does anyone use an online rental payment system for their tenants that does NOT solicit your tenant to create a universal application to share with other landlords? I recently signed up with Rentalutions, however, I ...
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Does anyone have a referral for a reliable handyman in Topeka, Kansas? We just acquired a park in Topeka and have tried out several maintenance people. Each one of them has shown up, taken a few measurements, left in ...
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I recently listed a room in my primary residence as a Medium Term Rental. I'm marketing to traveling nurses, professionals, and those in transition such as people that may be renovating, or getting divorced. I'm doi...
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I evicted my tenants last week for non-payment of rent. They were out at 5pm Monday night. My Realtor went by the house yesterday while FaceTiming me, and they trashed the place. Literal garbage everywhere, carpet I r...
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I would like to start my own construction I already have the inventory - Land The idea is to build 5 - 6 new homes each year and buy 5 to 10 new lots each year. Finance is already in place for these projects but ...
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Insight on situation: house hack vs OOS rentalHello, my name is Chris Ortega and I’m seeking a bit of insight on my situation as what would you do in my shoes. I’m currently stuck between investing in OOS rental or ho...