I'm a big fan of Gary Keller's books / models / systems (although I'm not a KW agent). I know he is a big advocate of hiring on help when you need it. I am reaching out to RE agents who have started a team for their s...

How will the actual crisis impact the real estate market in your opinion?
The fact is that , justified or not, the crisis has already hit many businesses including hospitality & tourism, transportation, financial...

Hey guys --- I'm closing on my first REI property in Charlotte, NC on 09/01.  I am from that city, but I currently live in NYC -- which is clearly prohibitive for a first time investor to try and wiggle into the world...

I've got a flock of geese living on the lawn of my lake front str. I can't shoot them because it is too close to other houses (and out of season). How do I keep these things from pooping everywhere? I tried an organic...

In a recent article, @Scott Trench discussed the advantages of a 30 year note over 15 year (or lower than 30 in general). While I agree with most of what's there, I'd like to discuss a case where to me at least, it se...

I was doing a property drive-by the other day and noticed one of those Wal-Mart variety 3' swimming pools in the backyard of one of our SFR's. I've never had a tenant install a pool before.

After consulting with my ...

I constantly see investors buying up HOA liens at the foreclosure auction and wonder what is the reason? If they had no mortgage or a low balance on the mortgage, I would understand. Most times they are way under wate...

Appliances, home warranty, lawn service, etc...

Just closed on my first house hack about two weeks ago! Renovated the unit I’ll be advertising while I slowly put together my own living space. Advertisement has been up over a week, two great potential tenants came b...