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I'm just days away from closing on a duplex . The rental portion of the duplex will cover my mortgage and upkeep.When I quit my current job I want focus on my small business and also supplement my income by cashing ou...
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I've recently purchased a 1950 three bedroom, one bathroom 972 sq ft single family home. We paid $67,500 plus $1,600 in closing costs for the place. Experience from our first rental, rent will range from $1,100 to $1,...
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Hi Everyone,I'm a new(ish) investor in the Atlanta market, buying primarily in southwest ITP neighborhoods. I've had the experience twice now where my higher offer was rejected (in a highest and best scenario) only t...
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Hi everyone. I've browsed this site for awhile, but finally joined/posted, and would like some advice. Here is my senerio. I'm 23 and have been in a rut lately, I have an AA degree, and a computer networking degree...
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Hi, for a newbie who just starting out, no job, no house, no asset, not much cash in pocket... I would like to know how the other guys who started out in this kinda situation make it?
Any experience to share? :cry:
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Hey BP,How much do you budget when getting an estimate from a contractor? Once again, I’m in a situation where I’m spending more money on my contractor who is over his estimate. (Shocking, not.) I’m sick of being hose...
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Hi BP!Today my duplex caught on fire. Thankfully, only one of my tenants was there and she was able to get out safely and call the fire department. So thankful this didn't happen in the middle of the night. It could h...
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Hello folks, this is my first post and I would really appreciate some thoughts on my situation... I could probably write a novel on the backstory, but I will do my best to stick to the relevant information...I own a ...
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Hi Everyone! I've got a situation that I believe I'm in the Right, however just got off the phone with the tenant and his anger and frustration has got me thinking twice. This is the deal. I bought the property 2 year...
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I had a slab leak in my rental home. The insurance adjuster and contractor he brought in were great! I couldn't believe how much would be covered; we would be getting a whole new kitchen and flooring thru out most of ...