Patrick Shaw
Help with my own rental situation
I am currently renting a home in the Chicago suburbs, I have a SERIOUS snake infestation. If you saw me, I look like an extra from Braveheart, but I am TERRIFIED of snakes.They are all over the outside and even in ou...
Mike R.
tenant lying about pet
hi,we have a tenant that is lying about having a pet(s) and not sure how to proceed given we haven't actually seen the animal(s). We know there is at least a dog and possibly a cat because a few months after she move...
Sharon Wang
Advise on Buy and Hold rental numbers in Benicia CA
Hi - this is my first post on BP. I've been seriously contemplating purchasing this 2bd/1ba condo in Benicia. Purchase would be at $170k, given price of other condos in the East Bay Area, I feel this is a pretty good ...
Courtney Sorrell
Inheriting Tenants and repairs needed
Good afternoon BP'er's, I'm a newbie looking for your wisdom!I'm closing on an up/down duplex at the end of the month, both units occupied. The inspection looked good overall but the downstairs bathroom has a pretty g...
Justin W.
2/1 Buy and Hold for Cash Flow.
Hi everyone, I am new to REI and new to my town though I did live here once before. My goal is cash flow, equity pay down. I also want to get my feet wet without getting in over my head with rehabs. I have been lookin...
Joey English
The confusion between a buzzard and an eagle
The other day, Ashley and I were driving in the mountains of Tennessee. As we came into town, we stopped on a bridge that over looked a beautiful mountain river.Ashley said, “Joey! Look at the size of that buzzard!”I ...
Tyler Hodgson
Potential 1st Deal - Feedback please
Hello everyone. This has potential for my first deal so please chime in and let me know your thoughts.I stumbled upon a property that currently has tenants in it, who want to buy the house, but do not qualify for a mo...
Theresa White
New member with a 5 year goal
Hi! I'm excited to join this incredible community. I've long been interested in real estate investing and am facing a big life milestone in less than 6 years. Before that milestone I hope to have replaced 25% of my c...
Sean Gover
Should I keep or sell my rental?
I have a 3 bedroom townhouse worth approximately 115-120k. I owe about 90K with 20 years left on the mortgage.My total mortgage payment is $725/month. Includes taxes and insurance.HOA is $110/month. Covers water an...
Richard Bradshaw
First Successful BRRRR
After I spent all my money I had saved to invest in a "turnkey" duplex as by first deal, I was left broke once again with no money for my next deal. Obviously I was not as educated as I thought I was. I began to read ...