Jay S.
Beginner Landlord Questions
Hi all,I just went into contract to purchase my first rental property. I'm getting everything set up in the 30 days I have prior to closing. I had a few questions:1. Florida requires that tenant deposits are kept in s...
Leila Nosrati
Solo IRA Recommendations
I see that BP has a list of a couple dozen providers that can help me set up a solo IRA. Which are your favorites and why? Anyone not on the list that I should consider? What is a reasonable fee? Any questions you rec...
Ryan Kennedy
Pre-Probate deal in Seattle Washington
Hello friends,So I was out walking for dollars and noticed a vacant home that actually appears to be in good shape. I've done some serious research and am trying to see if there's still potential of finding the right...
Galit Garsiel
To what extend do small improvement raise the rent?
If I rent out my apartment, how much will painting, fixing up the kitchen and bathroom, etc, raise the rent (in percentage to the money I put in)?I may be forced to rent before selling, although I'll try to avoid it, ...
Joseph Getts
Is Quickbooks the best accounting software for REIs?
I know that there have been many threads about this topic, but is Quickbooks still the best accounting software for real estate investors? To further the discussion, does anyone have an opinion or experience with Quic...
Dmitriy Fomichenko
Utilities for my rental property
On one of my rentals, previous tenant left balance on the water bill. Now that I have new tenant, the city said the bill would have to be in my name. Because of the balance the old tenant left, their policy would...
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Real Estate Agents
I was just curious as to why people first become interested in becoming licensed as a sales agent or broker?
Raj Gott
Please help - Overseas Investor planning to buy in Texas
Hi Everyone,This is my first post and if I am asking the same questions asked by others, kindly excuse and point me the right links.This is a great area to gain a lot of knowledge.I am from Australia and planning to b...
Robin Gravlin
Turn Key Companies to recommend or stay clear
I am looking to 1031 a SFM in California (approx $350,000) into a turnkey property out of state. I have heard there are good ones and let's just say, "Not good ones".
Before I leave my cash in a company, any advise ...
Curt Bixel
Self Directed IRA Companies
I am interested in some feedback on different self directed IRA companies. The first one I looked into has a $1000 fee for a one time setup. This may be well worth the money, but I want to make sure I chose a good c...