Brock W.
buying property vs renting existing primary - tax differences
First time poster. I've done some reading and searching through the forums but haven't really found the answer I'm looking for (i'm sure it there I just can't find it).I know this is common inquiry but like I said I'...
Justin Goodin
60 of the 100 largest U.S. cities now negative rent growth
60 of the 100 largest U.S. cities now negative rent growth, according to Apartment List.Here's the list:1. Oakland, CA -9.3%2. Huntsville, AL -5.7%3. Atlanta, GA -5.6%4. Austin, TX -5.4%5. Portland, OR -5.4%6. St. Lou...
Nancy Nakamura
New construction duplex Oklahoma City
For all the Ok city folks, been seeing that Ok City is growing and expanding. Is now a good time to buy a new construction duplex between Ok city and Edmund? What do you think? Would love to connect with other inve...
Account Closed
Condo FHA status expired and a non-responsive mgmt company
Hello all,Need some advice - there is a buyer under contract who can only do an FHA loan and the condo unit for sale FHA status has expired. The management company is not responding to any calls, emails from either bu...
Justin Phillip
Out of state tenant application
I’ve just completed the rehab on a property and started taking rental applications. I’ve received an application via Zillow (with their credit/background check), and received what appears to be a very qualified applic...
Paul De Luca
Anyone else getting fraudulent applications?
I have a unit listed for rent in Chicago and I've received several highly suspect or fraudulent applications. Evidence indicating fraudulent applications includes:
-mailing addresses that don't match applicant's empl...
Philip Accardo
Creative real estate lead generation
I am looking to expand my real estate business and am looking for new lead generation strategies that are not traditional. Other real estate agents, what are some ways you are pulling in real estate leads? I am lookin...
Kevin Shay
Hello BP nation and Los Angeles / Irvine
I've been following BP for some time now and would like to thank everyone for their contributions to the site. Tons of invaluable knowledge for newbies like myself.
Currently living in Brooklyn NY, but will ...
Rodney Lorenzo
How close do you get to your tenants?
Hi folks, I've seen some posts that talk about business cards being made up once you acquire a property, to hand to your tenants. Some landlords prefer to engage more with their tenants, some even on a first name basi...
Marcos Carbi
Does professional property management carry over with purchase?
Hello BP family, I hope you are all doing amazing! I'm in the process of closing my first duplex rental property and I couldn't be more excited. The current owner uses a professional property manager which I don't wan...