Hi All,
Our tenants moved into our downstairs unit not even a month ago and just asked if they can bring in two cats. The lease clearly states no pets and we are pretty firm on this rule so we let them know that is n...

Hi BP,I have a rental where 4 young women (mid-20's) are renting out my 4-bedroom home in an A/B suburban neighborhood. Several weeks ago, a tenant's vehicle, a BMW, was stolen overnight, and at the same time a neighb...

Any advice on how to get approved for a loan that will incorporate my mortgage and the renivation in the same loan. Is that a thing, or will I have to come out of pocket with the rehab.

Hi all, I’m just about to close on a 3 unit property here in Chicago. It needs a bit of work with one unit I will live in and another two to rent out. Both have current leases that will run out in March and then I can...

Across the forum, we talk about ensuring that you maintain your reserves... but how do you actually manage them on you own the properties? This question is for the properties you plan on holding. If you are flipping, ...

How do you manage snow removal and expectations?By far, this is my biggest headache as a landlord. We’re on our second snow removal company and neither have been great, but it is so hard finding someone who is insured...

I have been online for hours, looking at local investment opportunities when I came across this Freedom Mentor apprentice program.  I was so excited about it I signed up to see if I was eligible.  I guess I will get a...

Guys, genuinely curious because I get so many differing answers. What can we, your friendly neighborhood lending community, do to help you guys and add value? I feel like a lot of times there is a fairly adversarial r...

I am in the due diligence period on a short sale. The inspector found mold in multiple places in the finished basement. The house has been empty since July and the utilities were turned off. I think that is the ...

Hey to everyone in the community!I'm an ICU Nurse of 8 years who has gone part time and is very motivated to begin my journey with REI. I've spent the last two months reading books, listening to podcasts, and doing lu...