Brandon Rivera
Past Due Rent: Colorado Springs
I just had a couple of quick questions. How long past the rent late date should one start on the pay or quit and eviction process? Are there other steps to take that could possibly help the situation before taking it ...
Anthony Vander Meer
Is the 3x rule really necessary?
Hey all, Yes you should always use the 3x rule when evaluating if a tenant can afford your rent. However I've come across a few very good applicants who have great credit, little debt, and solid jobs. There salary's ...
Chris Stromdahl
RE lawyers, insight on prepping for the first meeting?
I am excited to be meeting with my real estate attorney this coming Monday for the first time.He was referred to me by a networking connection. My father in law is an attorney as well. We did some checking and verifie...
Robert Kenny
Is it ok for seller to hire buyer to do repairs and upgrades
ultimately I would like to get cash from the seller to take care of upgrades. But I understand this is not allowed. Is it legitimate for the seller to hire me and pay me for repairs and upgrades before closing? I am a...
Andrew Glenn
Section 8 Tenants - Pros/Cons/Opinions?
We're evaluating a deal that involves a Section 8 tenant already in place. We've read that the government will guarantee up to 70% of the rent on behalf of the tenant. However, I do know that Section 8 has a bit of a ...
Terrence Wright
How to Market to first time home buyers
Hello all -
I would like to sell more properties to first time homebuyers using FHA loans. I used yard signs and classified ads to generate leads, with minimal success.
I'm seeking advice from the group:
What are ...
Account Closed
Landlords WHO would you rent to?? help
Ok tenant one
780 credit score (no evictions) 1 credit card thats it (no car payment)
Problem- Income!!
He is going to school at a college for a PA program and is getting a REFUND check for $1400 over 8 months, It is ...
Tim Porsche
Single Family vs Multi-Unit for Rental Properties
Hey All,Just curious to get opinions and thoughts from you on what makes a better rental property. I know there are pros and cons to single families and multi-units, and I'm still undecided what direction I want to ta...
Bryce Platz
We were brokered a Rocket Mortgage Loan
Hey BP!
Maybe I'm reading into this too much, but I'm feeling somewhat uneasy after finding out that our conventional mortgage will be serviced by Rocket Mortgage (Quicken Loans).Here's the backstory: my wife and I a...
Vinay C.
Looking for tips / pitfalls to avoid on commercial leasing
Hello fellow BPers,I wanted to get some advice from the trusted BPers on commercial leasing. I found a commercial property to start a business in the Glendale / Glassell Park area (Los Angeles, CA). I am currently neg...