Michael Zagorsky
First ever offer rejected. What could I have done better?
I wanted to share the story of the first offer I ever made (it was rejected) and get everyone's feedback.I came across a 8-unit for sale (2 x 4 plex's) units in Palm Bay, FL on Craigslist and contacted the buyer. Eac...
Aaron Heun
Renew Lease or Not (Early Payer, Bad Tenant)
I am a newbie, just converted my primary residence to a rental last summer. We're nearing the end of our first lease and have a bit of a problem tenant but they pay rent early or on-time every month. We're on the fe...
Abi Carleigh
Newbie from Calgary, Alberta,
Hello Everyone, My name is Abi, I am from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I am really excited to join the Forum, I have been working on my goal for real estate investment and I am ready to buy a first single family home res...
Evan Gater
Buying subordinate liens at foreclosure auctions
Hello,
I reside in Orlando and I'm currently exploring properties in Florida. I am contemplating the possibility of purchasing a second mortgage or an HOA lien to subsequently pay off the superior lien. How does the ...
Theo Hicks
Asset Management Questions for Experienced Apartment Investors
Hello everyone,I am trying to compile a list of the best asset management practices from active apartment investors. If you have experience with asset management and multifamily properties, could you please provide an...
Fred Shandler
Do you buy a house that shows signs of water in basement?
How do you guys feel about this? Is this something that will alter your decision to buy (particularly for renting)?
Kevin OBrien
Did your first investment property cash flow?
Hi everyone, I had a friend talk to me the other day. She was saying that her first rental was a house that she and her husband picked up from a neighbor they knew who was moving. But she said it didnt cash flow much...
Account Closed
Is a 2 year lease worth a $200/month rent deduction?
Hello, all.
The house is listed at 2,175, but I want to ask the landlord for a monthly rent of 1,975, in exchange for a 2 year lease with a buy-out option. Is this too much to ask?
I have an excellent cr...
Scott Hibbert
Newbie from Boulder, CO. Looking to buy in Golden/Lakewood area
Hi my name is Scott Hibbert, I have been living in Boulder since 2008. Bought my first house in 2010 for $391k with my wife at the time. Divorced in Fall 2016 and had to refinance/buy her out of my house and sweat e...
Ryan Boren
I need your opinion BP!!! Semi Ethical dilemma.
Hey BP,
I have submitted an offer on a duplex in my area. All of the numbers add up as far as the property itself but I am torn on how to proceed with the mortgage on the house. Both units are currently occupied with...