Bryan Bacallao
What's the best way to screen tenants & collect rent??
So I'm looking to purchase my 1st rental property. How/what should I use to screen potential tenants? What's the best way to collect rent? Is it normal to get the 1st and last months rent plus security deposit OR just...
Cal C.
Why do you post here? Other than Learning, networking or sales?
For those of you who market (sell), learn or network I know why you are here, but I'm curious as to why others do? Personally, I post to learn somewhat but more importantly, I post to prevent others from making mista...
Nathan J.
Parkside - West Philadelphia. Good area?
Hi all - I am looking at a 6 unit on the 4200 block of Parkside Avenue in Philly. I know that generally West Philly seems to have good prospects, especially west of University City. But does anyone have thoughts speci...
Valerie Amonick
Hello BP! ...More Brand New NY Based Investors Here!
My husband, David, and I are new to investing and have been on the education train for a couple of months. We are so happy to have found BP - it has already taught us a great deal and saved us money by preventing sil...
Jon S.
American Greed? Real Estate stories?
How does a real estate investor avoid being scammed by a real estate con artist? As I am watching episodes of "American greed", I am relieved that I am investing in real estate, something I have more control over than...
Joel Sherlock
What is your favorite Real Estate CRM
We currently use Top Producer as ours, we have some great systems and auto mail follow up plans. However, I am always interested to hear what other pros are using and why. Please share below what you are using and wha...
Jas B.
Listing agent/Seller provided wrong information on MLS listing.
We signed a contract for property in Dallas area with $600 as option fee. During appraisal we found out that the Multi-family property was only 4500 sq. ft instead of 5500 sq. ft mentioned in MLS Listing. Obviously ba...
Andy Kaye
When to offer cash-for-keys during eviction process?
I have a problematic tenant that I want out as quickly and cleanly as possible. I have sent him 3 day notice, and he has not payed or moved out.Should I offer cash for keys prior to filing unlawful detainer? Or after ...
Leo McDonald
Is it common practice for restaurants to sell for cash only?
Why is it a lot of listed restaurants in the Portland area say cash only purchases?
Tyler Phalen
What to do about tenant’s dogs causing noise complaints
Was just notified by the upstairs tenants of my duplex that the basement tenants dogs bark all day while the basement tenants are not home. What is the best way to handle it? I intend to simply start by talking to the...