Joyce Lai
Having contractors take photos of finished work before payment
I invest out of state in single family rentals. Since I am not there, I ask the contractors/handyman to help me take before and after photos of the job. I want to be able to have a record of the work product so that...
Christie Duffy
Help analyzing a deal
Hi all -- I'm considering a deal in northern new jersey and it's my first multifamily investment so I'm looking for some help.List price --- $320,000Est. rehab costs --- $100,000Taxes --- $9,500/yrMonthly Rental Inco...
Bernard Chouinard
Intro + 16 Unit in FL & 1 SF Home advice?
So being this is my first post not sure if I’m putting this in the wrong place, if so please excuse my post and admins feel free to move if you feel it needs to be. I’m posting here to first introduce myself as well ...
Tony Castronovo
Contractors
I'm on my third property. First one I renovated myself (but was extremely time consuming...although fun). Second one I interviewed 7 contractors (excruciating). Some flaked out and took weeks to respond to basic qu...
Kellan S
Rochester NY investor doing first all-cash deal
Hello BP...I'm finally (FINALLY!) making my first post. I wanted to share my current situation and get some insight from more experienced investors.So, I own two 2-family homes in Rochester, NY and I'm in the process...
Chris D.
Anyone want to join me for the bathroom remodeling workshop?
Hi BP'ers:I've been taking contractor/maintenance oriented classes through Fairfax County Adult Education. If you are a rehabber who is NOT a contractor or if you're somewhat new, these classes might be something to c...
Manuel Prado
Investing in real estate using your IRA.
I have being reading and listening to podcasts about using the IRA money to invest in real estate. I am clear on all the restrictions and I am willing to take those funds on my current account to produce more money an...
John Reid
Screening new tenants?
I am about to have my first rental property. What are some of the tools/tips to screen for quality new tenants? Also on one of the bigger pocket episode, I heard a discussion regarding an app that allows for marketing...
David Drew
Adding a Unit to a Duplex to Make A Great Deal!...Or not...
So, I've been listening to the Bigger Pockets Podcast for two months, reading books, posts, going to REIC meetings and analyzing deals, all in an effort to make the 'best offer' and close the 'best deal', on my first...
Alex Sloan
Another Sacramento Newbie!
Hello BP community, I'm finally joining the forums after listening to the BP podcast for a few months and am stoked to get started in real estate. I love that there is a place to receive guidance and feedback in a med...