I’m hesitating on closing on my first property, a small duplex, right now with how the Coronavirus is continuing to spread. One unit is occupied by a very good tenet. The other unit will be vacant by the time I close,...

Hey all,
I heard rumors of unintended consequences from taking advantage of forbearance programs. Specifically, when the dust settles lenders may deny loans for borrowers who took such advantage, or may want to see ...

FAQ Coming on Like-Kind Exchange Extensions
Posted on Apr. 15, 2020
The IRS is putting together a FAQ that will clarify the recently announced extension of deadlines for completing like-kind exchange transactions.
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My boyfriend and I recently purchased our first duplex with an FHA renovation loan. Our contractor was approved through the bank, so he has his insurance and the whole 9 yards. He got 80% of the way through the work h...

Hi All, Going through a cash out refinance for my primary property, I'd like to understand the pros and cons of the different appraisal approaches and how it can impact the appraisal of my property. I did a renovation...

We had water damage on property that required 20 days of repairs and replacing flooring throughout the unit with much nicer upgraded material. Tenant is requesting 8 days credit($350) for inconvenience. Insurance is n...

I'm a medical student who has been sent home due to coronavirus. This means that I am living rent free at my parents while collecting $4,000 a month from unemployment. In looking for a way to invest the money I came a...

Hi BP Community! I wanted to get you opinion on potentially purchasing a triplex with a nonconforming unit. We’re in the process of purchasing an off-market deal. Our realtor, seller’s realtor, and seller claim the p...

1 in 5 Seattle-area renters doubt they can make July’s rent
here are about 1.1 million adults in rented households in our metro
area, which includes King, Pierce and Snohomish counties. About 102,000
say they hav...

I'm just curious where you think this is going...if tenants aren't paying their rent...and landlords aren't going to pay their mortgage...are we going to see opportunities to purchase investment properties in the comi...