Lei L.
How to fix such a terrible basement in an old house?
This is an old house (Indianapolis area) built in 1930. The basement looks really ugly to me. It's a partial basement. As a newbie, I don't know how these old basements are built. I only saw the concrete basement befo...
Randall Degges
First time RE investor, how should I purchase a turnkey?
Hi there!I'm a first-time real estate investor. I've read all the books, listened to most of the BP podcasts, and have spent considerable time doing research online.2 years ago I purchased my primary residence where I...
Wendy L.
Is $400 Too Much to Replace Ceiling Fan & Garbage Disposal? (JAX)
New-ish investor and happily plugging along with three props in JAX. Just had someone quote me $400 plus materials to replace a sluggish ceiling fan and nonoperational garbage disposal. Seemed a bit high to me. Wha...
Nathan Williams
Military REI in Hampton Roads, VA
My name is Nathan and I am currently in the military with two SFH rentals in two different states. Although I have made some mistakes with our rentals, I have loved it and want to build a portfolio that produces enoug...
Megan Aldridge
Best way (and factors to consider) to set reasonable rent????
When looking at rental comps what features/amenities have value when setting rent?garage vs carport? pool access? tennis courts? schools? interior/exterior upgrades (granite, deck, sunroom)? neighborhood location t...
Kevin Reid
Buying a second home as investment
I live in central Florida and a foreclosure has popped up right in my neighborhood. It's being auctioned on Hubzu.com (I started a separate thread asking about them). This auction has a reserve, also a buy it now pric...
Michael Dunn
" Exposed " wiring in a potential Rental property .....
Good Morning,I need some insight and recommendations as to a situation that has come up, ina property I am looking to purchase, that has Exposed wiring , all throughout the house.The house was built around 1955 , and...
Juan Diaz
11th St, Oakland Diary
We've got an interesting one here...bought for a steal of a price at 240K, ARV is 600K. But the area is interesting, we had a trash container there for one day, and someone filled it to the brim during the night. It's...
John Boby
Making a Tenant Responsible for Repair Costs in California
To lease out a residential units in California I usually see the real state agents use month to month rental agreement (C.A.R. form revised 12/15). Is this the best form to protect landlord for repairs? Is it OK to ...
Lance La Croix
Change of Plans: No Duplex--Flipped Instead
Investment Info:
Small multi-family (2-4 units) other investment in Jordan.
Purchase price: $255,500
Cash invested: $1,500
Sale price: $356,600
We purchased our first primary residence in Februar...