Jerry K.
Gems you learned from books - REI and others
Brandon's thread about which books you were reading right now is very enlightening. I think a book is a good read if I can pull just one gem of an idea from a book.
I thought a good thread would be for people...
Jerad Gardner
203k FHA Loan
Hey there I'm a new and first time investor located in Minnesota and after reading and educating my self on many different strategies i am interested in the process and going the 203k loan route to purchasing a 3-4 un...
Steve T.
Capital Improvement Fee on Resale. Help!
Hello everyone,I'm attempting to close on my first vacant land purchase to flip and I ran into a snag that I can't resolve with any sort of confidence. Any suggestions or guidance would be hugely helpful in getting m...
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What can one accomplish with only his phone?
So I have been ordered by the Doc to stay home for an extended period of time. I can't stand sitting around. I am a sales guy used to doing business over the phone and I need to stay productive. What are some ideas o...
Elisha Lowe
Let Your CPA Do The Worrying - LLCs
For starters, I am still in the process of researching and developing my business. I've read some articles on LLCs and have decided to form one in the near future. I have not sat down with a CPA and I plan to soon. I ...
Lilian Gonzalez
Tennant not paying
Good morning.. I just started the real state investing 2 years ago. I rented a unit to this girl who had a son was pregnant and was moving with her boyfriend. we ran a background and both seemed to make good money to ...
Paul Magnotta
CAP Rate vs. Appraisal
Sorry, I’m new to BP – good stuff. 80% of appraised value? I always thought CAP rate was used to buy multi family? At what point in buying process do you have appraisal done?
Karissa Cardenas
Seller has agent, do I need an agent?
I found a duplex that I would like to make an offer. The seller has an agent but I do not. The seller's agent said they can write the contract and do everything else on my behalf. Do I still need an agent to represent...
Tom R.
Renters application information
My first property is currently in escrow. I am in the process of writing up applications and agreements. What kind of documentation do you require for your rental agreements?IE proof of citizenship or legal residency,...
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Home Insurance at Rental
On a rental property, should you add the home insurance to your residential home insurance portfolio to get a better rate? Or separate them?