Kathryn Bangs
Financial calculation for rate of return
How do I calculate my real rate of return if I buy a $43k deed of trust for $40k that pays interest of 8% and matures in 43 days?I know calculation for annual rate of return but, my $ are invested shorter term and I’m...
Adam Odom
Won a tax deed property - suggestions on next use
So I bought 3 properties at the tax sale in Richland County SC last year and 2 of the 3 redeemed. I just confirmed my last property did not pay so I will be getting a tax deed in the next few weeks. I wanted to get id...
Account Closed
Brand NEWBIE from Los Angeles
I am super stoked to have stumbled across this site. My wife and I gave up the idea of buying our "starter home" here in Los Angeles and have decided to go the investing route instead. We are pretty set on the SFR buy...
Brandon M.
Alternative ways to value self storage
Looking for advice for those who own self-storage facilities. I have come across a small facility for sale, the owners are looking to retire. It is a simple block construction building, no security gate, no office on ...
Account Closed
1st & last month rent plus security deposit. too much to ask for?
I have 1 rental and normally ask for first month rent ($830) plus a deposit ($500).seems like renters just move out after the lease is over and treat the deposit as part of their last months rent.... so i end up with ...
Brandon Sturgill
Understanding Cash-Out Re-Fi
I posted this under another topic as well, so if you have already read, my apologies.Can you please confirm my understanding of this strategy is accurate...so, I buy a cash flow property in the following manner:Purcha...
Susan P.
Judical forclosure auction..
This was my first..is it unusual for the bank to bid more than what it seems the balance is on the courthouse steps. I was the only one present and not prepared to register. The description and information was read ...
James Morrissey
How to automate 24/7 emergency coverage for Rentals?
I am interested in gaining different perspectives on how to hire an office manager and handyman so I can focus more of my time on finding properties.
Cheri Malinski
Under contract for duplexes and owner can't find leases
Good morning. I'm under contract to purchase two duplexes and the current owner says they are not able to find all of the written leases. One tenant told me they had been there 5 years and another told me they had b...
AJ Howard
Getting the most from a sale
My wife and I bought an investment property about 6 months ago in our area. We have been renting it out and in that time frame have done a full basement remodel. Due to the market status and analyzing it, we believe i...