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 ...
Zachary Jensen
Wife doesn't want to increase rents
I'm just about to close on my first rental property (house-hacking a duplex in a small town outside of San Diego, CA). The previous Landlord raised rents 3-5% every year on this property, so it is currently rented fo...
Jarred Sleeth
5 unit commercial strip, is this a deal?
Hey BP,I was out yesterday doing some shopping and the owners of the store I was in approached me about selling their other location. I'm a frequent customer and they know I buy real estate which is why they asked. Th...
Sam Leon
Fannie Mae deal is giving me an ulcer!
I hate dealing with Fannie Mae.
I have this FNMA property under contract to close on May 2. There is a separate thread on that HERE, but I think this is a different issue and I need some advice on how to mov...
Michael Hyun
How to make your Airbnb SUPER unique?
Hi all,I used to have a STR in JT and one thing that I realized is that travelers are looking for EXPERIENCES and UNIQUE, INSTAGRAMMABLE highlights when looking for an Airbnb. I want to know what are some of the MOST ...
Daria B.
rehab not flipping - buy and hold worth the cost of fixing??
Hello and thanks in advance for reading/commenting,I posted this here because of the 'rehab' question. I would not look to flip this property since I am looking to add to my b/h portfolio.Please see end of post for p...
Account Closed
Do nicer finishes decrease turn over rate?
Hi Everyone. I wanted to see what your experience has been with spending a little more on rehab and has that helped to reduce your tenant turnover? Maybe improving kitchen cabinets, countertops and replacing vanities....
Account Closed
Is it worth it to sue?
Hi BP,I am seriously considering suing my PM, and would like to hear what other landlords would do in this situation.Recently one of my Dallas rentals became vacant. It was originally rented to an elderly couple and t...
Account Closed
Credit score of 400 plus..
BP People, what would you do if you wanted to get any loan or hard or private money lending but your credit score was 400 something and you weren't able to get anything to help get started in your real estate venture ...
Lee L.
failing, failing miserably
STR in the Mount Snow VT area, I just started this fall, it is a family owned house. We are entering the peak rental season and so far I only have 2 bookings. If I can't increase the bookings enough to cover the expen...