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I am considering purchasing a duplex in Sioux Falls, SD that does not have separate meters. Up until this point, from what I understand, the utilities were included in the rent. That works great if you own the place...
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I launched an MTR in Asheville, NC in 2018, and have had 13 tenants so far. After the first few turns I realized that compared to LTR the MTR model has a great additional benefit, meaning additional to the increased c...
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I have read sources/watched videos, etc. regarding reporting rental income on your Schedule C vs. Schedule E. Each source comments on why one may be better or the other. Frankly, it seems like depending upon the sou...
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Reposting on behalf of the PCREIAIt has come to our attention that the City of Lakeland is working on a proposed Resolution and Ordinance relating to the registration of residential rental property. Code enforcement w...
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The tenant broke the lease and moved out and left a mess
I sent the message that the secutity deposit is not enough to cover the expenses after the tenant moved out to the last known address of the tenant (which is m...
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Hello BP Community! A close friend told me to check out the BP podcast. I listened to over 10 episodes on a drive from my home in Columbus, Ohio to Connecticut and back. I've had a desire to get into flipping for...
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Hi Bigger Pockets, I am getting ready to pull the trigger on my first property. I am interested in starting with a owner occupied multi-family property (2 to 5 units) in the south suburbs of Milwaukee WI. This propert...
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Hi all - I did a search here but couldn't find a consistent answer. Hoping for one here. Situation: This is my first time lending money. It is a first position note for 12 months to a borrower who paid 6 months of int...
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I just had a deal fall apart because hud requested the hard money lender show a bank statement or letter from their bank showing they have enough funds to close the deal, when I told the lender about this they were du...
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I received this from one of my lenders and thought that it was too good not to share. As someone who primarily funds loans from CMBS, agency, and insurance companies I think this info is on point.Despite turbulent ca...