Simple question, who is responsible for the upkeep of the batteries of smoke alarms? Tenants, or property manager? And to what degree?If I hear a tenant's smoke alarm low battery beeping, and give them the batteries f...

So I was the typical middle class kid funneled into college to get a white collar office job. How does one career change to be a GC? I mean there's a test you can take, but I've read that covers the business fundament...

What colors, types, and brands of paint do you use in your rentals? I am looking for something that I can use on all of my property. Thanks for the info.

I'll have to start off by saying that for a first project I've definitely made all the possible mistakes and have to accept my current situation.I will be firing my GC and want to make sure 1) I have all my bases cove...

I have read and heard over and over again about the importance of having a mentor as a newbie investor. I agree that it is very important as it can save you time and costly mistakes, but just out of curiousity, have a...

I’ve heard so many different opinions and paths when it comes to diversification in finances. So people believe real estate is the best way to make money and invest, and that’s all they do. However, some people have t...

I am trying to break into this business but I could real use a few pointers(actually a lot of pointers) I don't have a lot of funds right now and my credit is not the best so based on what I have researched it seems w...

My buyers signed a contract to pay cash for the house, and we were to close Friday (verbal agreement), originally on the 30th by contract.
The agent just called to say now they want to finance part of the purchase be...

Hey, everyone.For those that I haven't met, I'm a new investor in Central New Jersey. I am considering student housing as a buy and hold option. To all you experienced investors: what are the  potential pros and cons ...

Hello all. This is an impressive community -- glad to have found BP.  I'd love to join a local meetup sometime -- where can I find more info about meetups outside of the local REIA groups?