Michael Fitts
How I Bought My First House
It’s been about seven months since I bought my primary residence. Luckily, I had done some research going in to the deal so I had at least some idea of what to do. But of course, you won’t really know or learn everyth...
Willie Cedillo
Deposit questions for a tenant that moved out.
I have a tenant that moved out Feb 8th even though his lease was up at the end of the month. I received the keys the 8th. I want to do right by him and give him his deposit back as early as possible but for legal purp...
Walter Pape
Dodd-Frank / SAFE Act regarding MH investing
Hello BP!!
During some research I have came across Dodd-Frank and SAFE act regulations with seller financing. As a new investor should I meet with a RMLO and/or Real Estate Attorney:
Before I start maki...
Jerryll Noorden
The #1 Rule Of Successful Flipping!
The #1 Rule Of Successful Flipping! - How To Flip A House From Start To Finish Rule #1: Do NOT Listen To Me. I Survive On Sheer Dumb Luck! What were you thinking!!The End!Did you really eagerly click on this post to ...
Mindy Jensen
POLL: What are the most-asked questions in the forums?
Hello and Happy New Year!In an effort to eliminate the repetitive questions in the forums, we're starting a new forum, the FAQ Forum.These questions are valid concerns, such as Should I get my Real Estate License? and...
Timothy Asp
Violating the Due-On-Sale Clause: Risky or Worth It?
This is something I've been thinking about quite a lot now that we're in a high(er) interest rate environment, and I'm interested in hearing from the BP community on what they think. Disclosure: Not a mortgage broker...
Herbert Smith
Learn to Market on the Internet
Hello All,
Have been a lurker here for awhile then it dawned on me. There are many REI'ers out there that have websites (probably paid a pretty penny for some) but received Zero Training on how to properly mark...
Ryan Billingsley
Security deposit up front only option?
We have a potential renter who is offering to pay 100 dollars more per month for the 1st six months until the security deposit is paid. She is currently staying in a extended stay for $250 per week. She said she fou...
Amanda G.
How do you vet note JV partners?
Working on my due diligence for note investing. I am happy to learn as much as I can through reading, and I also know that the main teacher is actually doing something. I've been interviewing potential people who curr...
Shawn M.
Worst Landlord Headache Ever
Hi BP, I'm trying to compile a list of worst landlord headaches ever, to use in a direct mail campaign. Whats the worst call you got from a tenant?What has been your biggest pain from owning a rental property?If you a...