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Hi all, I am looking into buying my first rental property. As with many others I'm sure, looking for guidance on affordable cities that still provide a solid return / cash flow. Preferably looking for properties under...
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I own a rental house in another state. The tenant and I have always gotten along fine, corresponding via email, text and cell phone. On occasion she's been a little difficult to get in touch with, but I've always gott...
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In August of 2013 I paid $7,680 for lead abatement. I am eligible for $4,500 lead tax credit through the state of Massachusetts. My question is, do I still claim the 7,680 as a deductible repair expense or do I ha...
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Sometimes its tricky finding answers to very basic questions but I need to verify that an appraisal report is usually the current as is value on a property, is that correct. Is an appraisal the minimum current value o...
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I found this deal on Craiglist. What do you guys think?
Its a couple hours south drive of where I live but most multifamily properties near me (whatcom county, WA) don't come close to the 2% rule (or even 1% ...
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Hi,I'm looking for advice on a proper procedure to cancel showing if I caught a potential applicant lying. I pre-screened the caller over the phone but after checking her FB I found out she lied about pets and smoking...
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Hello,I was recently approached by another Real Estate agent / investor wanting me to help fund this (somewhat confusing scenario). *This is in Minnesota*The owner of the home has left his property and has not been m...
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Tenant reported a leaky toilet. I had it repaired within 24 hours of report. The flapper had gone bad. Then tenant contacted me claiming she had a very high water bill due to the water leaking and wanted me to pay the...
Hi all. I am interested in buying multifamily in Philadelphia.
I have been twice, 12 years ago and remember a rather barren city in the downtown area. Not sure if things have changed but saw the prices of multifamil...
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I am awaiting a response from our lender, but figured it couldn't hurt to ask here...I have a client interested in a tri-plex where they would purchase it via FHA and live in it as a house hack...live in 1, rent out t...