Rich Weese
This sucks. We're # 11, or worse.
http://www.newsweek.com/content/newsweek/2010/08/12/how-to-understand-american-decline.html
Current Newsweek article lists The United States as # 11 in countries worldwide. Really cool website with different categori...
Glenn English
Question about pulling building permit as the homeowner
I purchased a single family home in the suburbs just north of Boston- approximately 1300 sq ft/ 3BR,1BA and I'm in the process of gutting it. I went to get a building permit from the town as the "home owner" and they ...
Jared G.
How do you research? What constitutes "good" stats?
I realize this is a very beginner question, but surprisingly I haven't been able to find a good answer with the guides and videos.What actually constitutes good stats on a property? Every podcast story seems to featur...
Jessica Chow
To permit or not to permit construction?
Hello BP fam! I own a SFH in Los Angeles and am thinking of making some upgrades-
1) opening up a retaining wall that leads into the backyard and install a sliding glass door
2) adding a 10x12 wood floating deck
My ...
Pat Clancy
Rental cash flow in a sideways market
Hi all,First off, I'm a new member. Looking forward to learning more and sharing some of my insights.I currently have one investment property, condo, generating $1,700/month with a mortgage/HOA around $1,000. It's bee...
Marco Padilla
Purchase for a newbie.
I am in the process of purchasing an REO property but have now had the closing date moved twice by the bank because of problems with the title. The title company says they cannot insure it due to the bank foreclosi...
Chad C.
Inherited tenant has litter of dogs. What to do?
I purchased a piece of property in a country setting, with a long-standing tenant. I also bought the neighboring properties, and have a new tenant in one. I am trying to fix the place up and get it nice for the other ...
Craig Poskus
Cost Segregation for Capital Improvements in 2017
Hi BP Folks!My search skills must be weak and I apologize in advance for not being able to locate the answer to my question. I am trying to find out what capital improvements go in which bucket for cost segregation d...
Alfie Park
Investment Condos in Coppell/Plano/Frisco?
Hi everyone,Asking for some advice on specific condo/townhouse communities you are aware of in Coppell/Plano/Frisco ISD which have units priced at <$200K (preferably <$150K) and would attract higher-quality tena...
Kyle Baron
When Should I Start My Leases?
Hello fellow Bigger Pockets members. I am a beginning investor in Minnesota and will soon be coming to a point where I need to find new tenants in my property - When is the best time to start / end a lease in Minnesot...