Bill Gulley
FIXING DODD-FRANK/SELLER FINANCING
I'd like to get ideas from BP members on the topic of seller financing under the new laws.
Not looking for smart comments from several we already know don't like the changes but here's the fact:
It's th...
Nicole Heasley Beitenman
I need a new car but don't want more debt. What should I do?
Hi BP! My 2013 Jeep Compass has a dying transmission; I bought it used in 2015. I've seen multiple mechanics/transmission specialists; it's got a CVT transmission which are seeing tons of issues around the 6-year mark...
Mark Douglas
Can I Stop Looking for Deals Now?
Obviously, there is some sarcasm there. Generally speaking though, there seems to be the consensus that in the next 2-5ish years, there will be some sort of market correction.In that same breath, it seems like there ...
Silvie T.
Tenant Damage, Small Claims, Serving, & Collecting
Hi all! Looking for some help from experienced landlords. We had tenants move out at the end of June and we were stuck with a huge damage bill. The total amount of damage is close to $18k, which far exceeds their se...
Billy Amberg
The 203K Loan - Open Discussion
BiggerPockets Community,This is directed at those of you who are interested in the 203K loan. Done one or more 203K loans? Great! Share a success or horror story!Never done one? Also great! Hopefully my post can get...
Sean Autry
I thought Vinyl was great!!!
SUPER bummed. Maybe I went with the wrong brand?Rather than carpet, I went with 4mm luxury vinyl planks for 2 of my units. I figured they’ll last longer (cheaper over time), and they’re very durable (so I’m tenant p...
Jocelyn Doumani
Help! My tenant is a drug dealer.
My husband and I purchased our first investment property. We renovated it and found tenants to move in on the first of this month. Today, someone randomly reached out to us and warned us about this tenant. That he is ...
Kyle Webb
How you choose your REI niche/market?
Hey BP,
I've been a long time observer and have been actively listening to the BP podcasts over and over and have finally felt the confidence to propose my starting out strategy. I'd like a discussion about m...
Account Closed
Solar in illinois: worth it?
I've done some preliminary research on going solar for my primary residence (two unit with flat roof and almost no shade according to comed and project sunroof by google)
Ive run my numbers a few times and I understa...
Mark Gallagher
Trash Hacking
I've searched BP to no avail on best ways to get rid of trash and haven't really come up with much. Near me, it's $59.90 including tax to dump 1 ton at the transfer station. Last project, there were 7 tons of debris. ...