James M.
Security Deposit and Torn Carpet
What can I take out of a security deposit for dog-destroyed carpet that is 10-years old?Tenants moved out after 4 years. On top of the normal security deposit, my tenant paid a $400 damage deposit to have a pet. The d...
Jeremy Hale
Any suggestions on a good, *unbiased* real estate vs. stock market comparison?
I'm currently in my mid-20s, and I'm trying to set a course for my future to stick on. I've long held an interest in real estate investing, but I'm unsure if it really fairs as comparably as many seem to suggest as my...
Benjie DeVera
How do I start a real estate investment fund?
Hello BP!I own an LLC with a business partner doing residential filps. We are looking into opening up a real estate investment fund to raise private capital. We figured we could save money by opening up investment fun...
LaTonya Clark
Lender- 40 year loans
Just got an accepted offer on a quad. Seller won’t budge on price and it will be tight for cash flow. Is it smart to take out a 40 year loan to get some cash flow?
Billy Cha
New Landlords, Inherited tenants, Upcoming renewal
Hi All,My Wife and I recently acquired our 1st rental property and inherited long term tenants along with the existing lease. Now the lease is set to expire soon and we'd like to increase the rent and incorporate a co...
Jeremy Cohen
What They Won't Tell You About Property Investment
Hey BP, Hope all is wwlk & you're doing really great.I'm looking to close my first deal here in FL. I've found a SFH here that I'd like to quick flip.I'd planned on using a double close to flip to a first time hom...
Meng Long
Should I use VA to house hack in San Diego?
Hello BP,I’ve been a long time reader but have been hesitant to post. I am in the navy and have recently moved to San Diego. After working with Navy federal credit union, I was able to get approved for ~600k(1-2 unit ...
Deven Wolfe
should I be paying out of pocket monthly just to cover mortgage?
I am looking at a duplex with a monthly mortgage higher than the rent being received. One tenant has a lease until next July, and the owner wants a 6 month lease after selling with a set price, and none of that is inc...
Manuel Fontan
Hard money for beginners In's and Out's
Hello BP community!Me and my fianceé are newbies from the greater Boston area and we are interested in small multi-family properties (tris and quads). We want to pursue a BRRR strategy in either the Norfolk county, Wo...
Drew Burkhard
Moving to Miami 1/1/18
I'll be moving to Miami for work at the start of the new year. I will be there for 1-2 years and possibly return there for the winters. I am a golf professional so I typically snowbird for work. I am currently out ...