Ayana Morali
How do you deal with an awful HOA?
Hi, I've got 2 leaks in my apartment - both stemming from an external issue. The front is the lintel, the back is unclear, some contractors say the lintel, some say the fire escape. I've had the issue for a year - 2 o...
Ryan Smith
Building Rentals - Heating Advice?
Hello everyone,
I work for a modular home builder in Maine and I've been making offers on existing multifamily properties. As many know, it's a tough market out there, and Maine real estate is really old and beat up....
Jatinder A.
Hey Vancouver, Canada! How do I fund raise my 20% down payment?
I have good credit and can obtain a mortgage for the first 80%, for the remaining 20% I'm a bit perplexed. I own a leasehold one bedroom, one den condo that's harder to finance than a typical freehold. Once I finally ...
Shay Reynolds
Tiny Homes and Pocket Neighborhoods
Recently I have become excited with finding affordable options for comfortable and practical living. Tumbleweed Tiny Homes are popular in California. I think Texas is the state with the most opportunity with a growing...
Albert L.
Seller only wants cash - how do I finance??
Hey folks, bit stuck on this deal and would appreciate any advice.
Purchase price: 60k
ARV: 80k
Rental: 1450/month
Property tax: 166
Vacancy: 7%
Capex: 5%
Maintenance & repair: 5%
Utilities: $150/month
Insuranc...
August Kleinschmidt
Using a heloc for a downpayment
Good morning BP, my name is August. I've been a long time reader and lurker of the forums but have never created a forum question. I'll give a little backstory before I get to my question. My wife and I have been int...
Lawrence Holloway
Any lenders roll the down payment into the loan?? Help please
I have a great opportunity to acquire 12 SFR! The only problem is the down payment! I will partner if needed, but only if needed. I would like to know if ANYONE knows or has heard of any lenders that will roll the dow...
Dan Moore
Tenant screening isn't showing the true picture, what to do?
I'm new to BP, and new to focused renting and REI. However I'm decades into both residential and commercial rentals. Up until recently, it has been a sideline or ancillary to my normal business. We have some residenti...
Duriel Taylor
Renting vs. Wholesaling
Hello All, I have owned a duplex since December 2013. This property has generated profit for me consistently for 6 months. I had repair issues and tenants issue but the new tenants are section 8 and I have not had any...
Robert Durden
Housing Hacking in Colorado Springs
Hi all! I am currently house hacking a condo in Washington, DC that nets me $10 per month! There is definitely a space trade off but currently have two low key renters that are covering all my expenses, utilities, etc...