I'm a relative newcomer to RE investment (2 years, 2 properties in Indianapolis) and this was my first tenant turnover.  When the contractor went to make his final inspection of the turnover repairs (nothing major ~$2...

Many of the properties I've been looking at - in lower income type areas - have a few registered sex offenders on that same street.  Is this an immediate no?  Would you still invest in that area?I would feel pretty te...

Hi, BPers,    Happy New Year! I have been away from the forum for some time, busy with making my first pot of gold.   Now I would like to get some idea from you about investment opportunities for $700k cash. Where and...

Hi All,I am looking to buy a house to flip in the Austin area, and in addition to my contractor inspecting the property I am wondering if anyone thinks there is value in also having a professional real estate appraise...

I talks to a property management company & their manager, naturally they have their own contractors. Do you think it is a good idea to ask the property manager for their contractors contract because this would mea...

I live in Los Angeles.  There is just no way I can get a performing rental property in my market.  How do you invest outside of your area without getting burned.  Already tried getting a "turnkey" property which was a...

I'm looking at buy-and-hold properties in Jacksonville Beach trying to determine if certain properties are worth looking into more. I've been reading about the 2% Rule and 50% Rule, both of which seem pretty unattaina...

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What's the best way to finance a rehab? I am planning a house hacking strategy and I am specifically looking for properties that I can add value to (by adding a bedroom, bathroom, etc). The thing is that I do not want...

I have just begun my journey in rentals and am looking for rental listing advise, I appreciate your time! I recently bought a distressed SF in an up and coming area. I have completed a complete remodel and I am now on...