Does the difference between ARV and Assessed Value in any way approximate the amount of repairs  that a property will require?

I was wondering if there was a CPA out there that could clarify on the new tax bill that was recently passed. Is there any exclusions that have been added to the capital gains portion for personal residence. My perso...

Hello, All!We are fairly new landlords and also new members of BiggerPockets.  We own two rental properties in Baltimore, which is a very hot city for med students.  I met two potential tenants from Canada today, one ...

Originally posted by @Toure Lee:There's a seller whose properties never went through probate. Mom and dad passed away without a clear will and there are several siblings. The seller wants to dispose of the propertie...

Let me tell you a story about a property tour that taught me some important lessons. I was a newcomer to the real estate industry and was still establishing my footing. 👀We stumbled on a property being sold directly b...

Who is your favorite Guru...? And why

Hi All - I bought my first property in KC, and have gone on to purchase a few more in other locations over the year. This first one is my problem child. I had issues with the tenant and we went through a long eviction...

I can't help but feel for the poor landlord who ended up with this guy:

http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2012/03/30/hoarder-evicted-from-friendship-apartment/

Hello - I am still about a year away from having enough capital to purchase my first investment property. Until then, I have been reading as much as I can on this site. I still do not feel I am to the point where I ca...

Has anybody ever failed a housing quality standards inspection (section 8 inspection) because they have a pull chain light rather than a wall switch? I've been approved for a grand for new siding and windows, but mus...