Masyn Grant Barney
Real Estate Agent Sterotypes
We all know that there is a common stereotype that RE agents are slimy, dishonest, greedy, etc. Why is that? Is it changing? Is it warranted? I recently did a LinkedIn Poll where 35% of people said that most real esta...
Kati Stratos
Does offer letter require buyer's signature?
Hi everyone! I've searched online for the answer to this question and can't seem to find it. I have purchased multiple properties in PA using an agent, and in my experience the agent always has me review and sign the ...
David Mills
Turnkey investment companies
Just learned about turnkey investment companies like Roofstock. I was curious if anyone has worked with them; Any horror stories or is it a legit way to invest? I ask because it sounds like it could be a good option...
Mindy Jensen
VRBO Host cancelled stay because he forgot to raise rates
A friend made a reservation on VRBO for Thanksgiving. The host had a 5-day minimum set and non-holiday pricing in place. (Friend didn't realize it was non-holiday pricing.)Host sends friend a cancellation notice, and ...
Jeff G.
I'm looking for tenant quality maps of Cleveland, Akron, and Canton, OH
I own some multifamily homes in Akron and Canton, OH, all MLS deals. I've read over James Wise's Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods but at 7 years old it's surely a bit dated. I haven't found similar re...
Kusum Chanrai
$3,500 for a flat fee attorney for a multi-family deal: Fair?
Hello! I'm in the process of signing a contract for a multi-family in Houston. The property has 24 unit. I've been given 2 quotes from solid lawyers. 1) $3,500 flat-fee: Includes review of PSA, title and survey work, ...
Luke Carl
It's Time To Raise The Rates
Somehow along the way I got sucked into this "prices low / asses in the seats" mentality. And I do believe that's the way you should be when you're new, but I'm not new. I have more reviews than any self manager in my...
J J Moody
Key traits of a good property management company
What are some key traits of a good property management firm? I already know I will want to outsource this aspect of my rental property business but haven't started vetting PM companies. For those of you have the exper...
Minna Reid
The trouble with newbies
Now don't get me wrong - Everyone is a newbie once. I still consider myself one...I'm not trying to offend anyone here.
But I guess I've just lately been noticing just how many newbies who never bother to learn the bu...
Michael Volek
Investing while overseas, due diligence, and analysis paralysis
Hello everyone,I've been studying real estate investing on and off for about 3 years now, since 2014. I've listened to almost every podcast, read dozens of books, scoured the forums and the internet, and I tell everyo...