We are closing on two properties next week.  The owner has just informed us "they" turned the utilities off and wanted to know if we wanted to have them turned on in our name.  Is this normal to have the utilities swi...

Just wondering how many here have had the brass to put something under contract without having a buyers list in place. If so, how did it go?

Hey BP community, I am looking for some creative ideas on what investment vehicles you would explore and try with 30k in a self directed IRA this year.I am already building a STR portfolio and have separate funds for ...

I think it is my duty to warn other business owners and investors of the fraud, deception, and corruption happening under Ashesh B. Patel, Invest Beyond Multifamily LLC, and several of their known associates. He is al...

Hello BP,After beginning my buy and hold investing strategy a little over a year ago, I am just starting to realize some of the problems and pitfalls that I was too careless or inexperienced to even think of.    I sub...

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To qualify as a Real Estate Professional (RE Pro) in 2024, you need to meet certain criteria set forth by the IRS.
Here are some of the key requirements:
1. Material Participation in a Real Est...

For those of you that have seen or watched my posts and blogs and thought to yourself 'what a whack job this guy is' well.......you're right and now you get the chance to listen to me on the radio!

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How does everyone handle getting a deposit to hold a property for an applicant? I have a tenant moving out at the end of the month. I listed the property when I received his notice and I have a qualified applicant rea...

Who has the best rates on DSCR Purchase or rate and term refi (without charging crazy origination - preferably 2 points or less)? Will be above a 1.2 DSCR and LTV will be between 50 and 60% on a good B class rental. A...

Hi,Is there a calculator for short-term rentals?  Or any suggestions on how to determine how a property will perform as one?TIA ~ Jennifer