Matt Smith
Stainless steel fridge damaged
My tenants 1 year lease ended but I noticed 4 dents on the brand new stainless fridge (1 year old). 2 on the side due to a door banging on it repeatedly and 2 on the front. The panels cannot be changed. Can I deduct a...
Kieran Dowling
Can you be your own GC for the homestyle loan
I am trying to use the home style loan for my first property and i was wondering ccan you be your own GC and do some of the wrok yourself and save money?
Jonathan Wheeler
Fire damage flip - Things to know
I just recently came across a property that has extensive fire damage. Have not done a walkthrough yet. Did a drive by and the exterior is intact as is the roof. So it seems the fire was contained mainly to the first ...
Gina Dobbs
House Hacking in Albuquerque
I'm trying to buy a 4 plex, and live in one of the units.The problem is that the rents are currently too low for the apartments to cash flow with all four units, and the rents would just barely cover the mortgage if I...
Michael Sherwood
improving rental property
I want to gather everyones thoughts on improving rental property. I bought a property in march and I live in one unit and rent out the other. I plan on moving out and buying another property next year. What should I d...
David Wolber
Insurance "recommendations", hidden cost of property ownership!
So first we bought this 6 unit in New London, everything was going fine until the insurance company did their inspection. Got a letter in the mail of their “recommendations” that are mandatory that I complete. $10k la...
Sergey Slivka
Getting started in real estate late and with no money. Advice?
I'm 33. Married with 4 kids and a surprise 5th. My wife is a stay at home mom. I'm a single income contractor. My forte is finish carpentry, flooring, and kitchen cabinets. I am able to do more and want get into real ...
Edita D.
Broken ice-maker: fix it or provide tenant with ice trays?
Hey guys!Our tenant just reported that the ice maker at our 3-bedroom home in Lubbock stopped working. Typically ( in Lubbock ) refrigerator, washer/dryer, dishwasher are NOT provided by landlords: tenants bring their...
Michael M.
How to: Resident Manager 101 training
I have an interview tomorrow for the position of Resident Manager. I have no experience as a Resident Manager or Leasing Agent. My related experience as president of the homeowners association for eight years is benef...
Michael Rossi
Motorcycles
Geez James, you're killing me. How can I keep up with the James' when you have that great looking ride for your avatar? Now what am I going to do? Maybe I can put a picture of my new toy RC helicopter. :crying: ...