Matt Motil
Evernote v. Podio v. Asana v. Something else I don't even know!
I have used Evernote, Podio, and Asana with varying success and results. I feel like all three platforms bring something good to the table and all three have drawbacks. I have never had any kind of formal training on ...
THU NGUYEN
Advice need in investing in duplex - Houston TX
Hello BP members,I am thinking of buying a duplex about $120K. CF is about $800/month so awesome right for that a property that low. However, it's not in the best area. Appreciation is not great as I have seen the ...
Michael Rutkowski
What are people paying in fees for a 1031 exchange?
I'm trying to initiate a 1031 with a qualified intermediary, and have been quoted up to $3k for fees. Previously we were involved with one in a different state and they were only about $1k, but this was a few years ag...
Christopher Murphy
First Time HomeBuyer Programs: DPA & MCC/Others?
Hi All,I have been exploring for the past couple months and recently came across some first time home buyer programs that I think I need to take advantage of. I am scrambling to find more information as there is one d...
Ryan Newport
How to get new FHA appraisal before first one gets logged!!
So my FHA appraisal on the triplex I’m under contract to house hack and purchase just came back $52,000 LOWER than agreed upon offer. My lender, agent, listing agent, and anyone I’ve shown the appraisal to thinks it’s...
Brian Ellison
Change Property Type Residential to Multi-Family
Hello everyone!Has anyone been through the process of changing a residential property to a multi-family property? I recently found a multi-family property I've been eyeing is zoned for residential. I would like to wri...
Pedro Chavarria
Property Management vs PM Apps
My wife and I recently purchase 2 rental properties in Florida and have been managing them ourselves, however, as we are thinking of moving to NYC we are looking to see how to either automate the process via property ...
Yue Lehman
Landlord’s Insurance Claim Experience & Lessons
This is something that no one wants to go through unless absolutely necessary. Having gone through an insurance claim once, I’ve learned so much about insurance, about rental properties, and anything in between and I ...
Aaron Macken
Anyone ever use a mortgage broker?
Hey everyone, I'm looking to get pre-approved right now. I was going to go the route of calling up a bunch of potential banks and seeing what I could get. But I had a family member give me a referral to a loan broker ...
Brett Tvenge
Solar Panels on Primary residence
Title says all. My wife and I are strongly considering getting Solar panels put on our primary house in Phoenix, AZ. We are wanting your personal experience with them. Thanks BP Advantages we see are tax credit and no...