Matthew J. T.
Is it a good idea to get a real estate licence?
I'm wondering if it's better to get a licence just to have my own personal access to MLS. How long does it usually take? I'm getting kind of tired of having to ask a REALTOR every single time to pull comps for me, als...
Lu Carter
Potential Tenant has kept out-of-state DL for 4 yrs
I am screening a woman and her fiance (mid 40's) who have lived in TX for 4 years. So far the information about landlord history and income is normal. On their applications I ask for drivers license number and state...
Jarrid Dotterer
My contractor's overheads are too high. Any suggestions?
HI all, This is my first post for info. So I am excited to read the great responses that I know I will be receiving. Let's get started:My business involves buying cheaper houses that need a lot of work and rehabbing t...
Charlie Kazmar
Vancouver (WA) Members! Investor/Broker? Who do you work for?
I’m a small time investor (SFRs and Duplexes) who just passed the WA Brokers Exam. I’m looking for a local brokerage to hang my license on and I was hoping the BP community could provide some recommendations.
My pre...
Bill Gulley
FIXING DODD-FRANK/SELLER FINANCING
I'd like to get ideas from BP members on the topic of seller financing under the new laws.
Not looking for smart comments from several we already know don't like the changes but here's the fact:
It's th...
Joshua Dorkin
Do You Protect Victims of Domestic Violence, Abuse, etc.?
I just read an article about a management company that tried to evict a woman who was the victim of domestic violence. It is an interesting piece and begs the question . . . do you do all that you can to protect vic...
Asim G.
Realtor License /MLS Access questions (Northern California Specific)
Hi,I would like to start off by congratulating the founders and members of BP. To think about building a community to connect people with interests Real Estate is a good idea on paper. To actually build such a communi...
John Crandell
New to Washington state, need to build a team
My wife and I just moved from Maryland about 3 weeks ago. Finally settled in enough to start thinking of what we are going to do here. We have a plan, but it is simple in its most elaborate form. I have been a member ...
Xavier Toefield
Residential Assisted Living(RAL) in Texas-rehab or buy facility?
Hello all,I am in a situation where I have a duplex(both units 3/2 w/1-car garage at 400 sqft. each) in Round Rock,TX. I have been interested in RAL and its benefits as an investor but also as someone that has family ...
Bryan L.
Just Do It - Become a Realtor
I feel like I've answered this same question a thousand times. Just go ahead and do yourself a favor and become a Realtor if you plan on doing any MLS deals at all. No, it's not essential, but it will make your l...