Jack Henry
So what all really goes into rehabbing a water damaged house???
Hi All - So I have two rental houses in Houston. My property manager called yesterday and told me that two of my houses were under water. One had about 18" of water in it and the other had 48" in it. My insurance agen...
Brian Plajer
Tax/financial planning services
Hello, I'm an investor, less than five properties and growing. I have heard several podcasts about the importance of a solid tax strategy. My current tax preparer does not seem to offer much of a strategy with regard...
Jack B.
Tenant has unauthorized pets, but already moving out
TL;DR: do I charge them the non refundable pet fee of $400 in their final months rent or take it out of their deposit when they leave? They've been a problem tenant as of late...They rented from me for 3 years (yep, I...
Jason Stratman
General guide for inherited tenants?
Hi all -We have our first investment property under contract, with an estimated close date of Aug. 12th. The property has current tenants, which have expressed interest to stay. Their current lease expires Aug. 15th...
Dale Osborn
What kind of incentives do you have to retain Tenants?
As everyone knows it costs a lot to turn a unit between residents. Therefore it is recommended you do everything possible to retain the better tenants. Do you have some specific items in place to retain these tenants?...
Linda M.
first time purchase
I need quick advice I am a first time buyer and made an offer on a four unit a little nervous and about the steps it will take the learning process is intimidating
Rachel Gill
Non-Licensed Contractor
Can someone inform me of the dangers of using a non-licensed contractor for a rehab? I have a contractor who does excellent work, is vet professional, and an excellent communicator, which in my opinion is hard to com...
Jason Jelks
FIrst deal - 10 units
Looking to get under contract 10 units (5 duplexes) on a lot of land. Each unit is a 3/2 with 1200 sqft. The land has permits to build an additional 5 duplexes. The first 5 duplexes aren't finished. They require floor...
Joel Colvos
Our property is now worthless thanks to the County Health Dept
Last year we purchased a cabin in Kitsap County near Seattle with the intention of using it as a part time short term vacation rental. It is a lakefront property which comes with septic challenges and the original ne...
Walker Seid
stock market in free fall
Just curious what everyone thinks about the global stock markets falling and it's potential effects on the real estate market.