Cathy Leco
Security deposit vs non-refundable fee
I am considering going from charging a refundable security deposit vs non refundable fee ($40/booking). If I go with the non refundable fee would I use a liability account?
Michael Shadow
Vinyl siding over asbestos
Has anyone ever installed vinyl siding over asbestos? I'm going to put 1/2 foam insulation over the asbestos, then side over that.
My main question is what type of nails or screws do you use to get through the asb...
Dale Miller
When comparing loan estimates.........
When comparing loan estimates what are the most important things to consider in order to know which deal is the best now and the best in 5 years?APR? Interest Rate? Origination Fee?I've been getting mortgage loan esti...
Account Closed
Question about taking down payment for applicant
This is my first time filling an apartment and I am currently going through the screening process. My question is about down payments. Do you take them? At what point do you take them? If I've already had one appl...
BOB CRANEY
How real estate fits into your retirement/financial indepence??
For those of you out there that are close to or already retired from "having to work", how does retirement look. Are you using rentals, apartments, or fix and flips to get you to that magic # that lets you walk away f...
Jeremy Segermeister
About to invest in first property - Rental deduction question
Hi All,I'm narrowing my focus and strongly considering buying a condo in Maui as in investment. This will be my first investment property. Two part question.I have two options for the mortgage - classify it as a 2nd h...
Jordan Sachs
Should my partner sell or rent?
Hi everyone. I'm a newbie to investing (only 3 SFHs) and my partner is considering whether to sell or rent out his home. His house is in Clifton, NJ and has a 3.25% interest rate, monthly PITI of $1920, He could proba...
Michael King
Is it worth paying for points?
I'm finalizing the loan for a 4plex. The loan is 30 years for $240K and the quoted rate is 5.125%. I can buy it down to 5% for $1013, or 4.875% for $1644.
If I buy it down to 5% I save $25 in interest per month. It w...
Danae Meurer
Best Tax Preparation Software
I have always done my own taxes using the forms off of the IRS website. I was considering moving to tax software this year. I would love to hear recommendations for the different programs that are available. I a...
Ed Lee
Price Trends in Zip Codes
Hey BP,What resources/sites do people use to analyze and track price trends for certain cities or zip codes? How accurate are these sources? I know that on several sites and listings you can see it by each property;...