Vincent D.
Investors Take Notice
As profiled in an article on CNN Money (http://money.cnn.com/2012/03/30/real_estate/FHA-loans/index.htm), the FHA is actually taking initiative to make it MORE DIFFICULT TO OBTAIN MORTGAGE LOANS. Even folks with perf...
Cynthia Oistad
As new owners, how to raise rent for a long-term tenant?
We are purchasing a 2BR/2BA single family rental in Las Vegas from my family. The current tenant has lived in the house for about 7 years now and have been on a month-to-month agreement since 2012. My family has inc...
Andrew Helen
Triplex Investment in South Central, Los Angeles Analysis / Advice
Hello BP! I have entered into contract for a Triplex in South Central LA for $345,000 and would like to get your advice on whether I should go forward with this deal. Here are the numbers:Basic Information: Built in ...
Chris Sweeney
New source for inexpensive corded vinyl blinds
Home Depot and Lowe's (and Walmart, etc.) have unfortunately stopped carrying the inexpensive 1" vinyl blinds that use cords for raising/lowering the blinds. They were $5-10 each (depending on size) and work great ...
Bill Snyder
Developing RV/Boat storage; canopy suppliers to consider?
I'm looking at developing ~20,000 sq.ft. of covered RV/Boat storage to augment an existing drive up self-storage facility. Anybody have any direct experience, or inputs into quality suppliers? I currently have recomme...
Traftin T.
STR arbitrage insurance for landlords
Hi all -Does anyone have a recommendation for obtaining insurance for a landlord that's willing to allow for STR arbitrage? I know there are policies that allow for STR's, but haven't found one that will cover a landl...
Lisa Martin
loan and financing options for elderly
My family members (late 70's and late 80's) are house rich and cash poor living on social security and trying to make ends meet. Their mortgage will not be paid off in their lifetime with about 25 years left on a 30...
Scott Vaeth
First Time Homebuyer Funding Fear
Found an investment property where the location is great and comps are strong. However, the home itself is priced on the higher end of my price range and will require $80K in rehab costs according to the seller who is...
Henry Clark
Clarkstoragellc- 2023 Year End Wrap Up
You can look back at our 2022 Year-end Wrap-up Post for further perspective.
Economy- my perspective right or wrong throughout 2023. This is the basis for some of our business decisions. Basically, put our money wh...
Ariel Moore
Wrap Mortgage
We are working with a seller in foreclosure. There is quite a bit of equity in the home and it only needs minimal upgrades and repairs. The foreclosure sale date is fast approaching...only a few days left. The s...