If you reside in Texas, homestead protection is built into the Texas Constitution. It allows you to maintain your home free from the possibility of seizure by certain creditors. This protects Texas citizens from havin...

The tenant informed me that they will be leaving at the 8 month mark of the lease. I use bigger pocket lease form for Indiana. Where does it mention what happens if they leave early? Do I get the other four months of ...

Ok, I just wanted to see the reasons why you guys build your real estate business! It's ok to be materialistic here!

I'm dreaming of a Lamborghini Gallardo. Just looking for a used one for about $75-90k and within th...

I've been researching Strip malls that range from $2.5mm to $4mm.  Under 10 years old, good traffic counts and in growing areas.  In this range, the name of the game seems to be get it 100% leased then sell for an 8.5...

 I am trying to create good policies for Screening Applicants -  NO CRIMINAL HISTORY- may be too strict-  It is hard to decide and I would like hear what is your experience or input:1) speed tickets- how many infracti...

Should I have a penalty if the property manager doesn't fill vacancies? If so, how would it work? Should I withhold the management fee if a unit stays vacant for 2 months, etc? 

Hi - I'm new to the site and have a real problem. I have a 3BR rental that I have had 3 tenants in for the past year. They have taken great care of the place and paid their rent on time. About a month ago, I receiv...

It is clear that the plan worked of the big banks for the release of new REO inventory in the first quarter of 2013. This has kept prices propped up in most U.S. markets and has also kept the ‘feeding frenzy’ going a...

We got a lead for a storm damaged house in Dallas. It was hit by a tornado two months ago. The neighborhood is great and only few homes were hit but the rest look great across the street. The house is severely damaged...

Hello, I have 3 properties that I've owned for 3 years and recently added a package of 5 that gave me 8 total. They're all paid off and the value is give or take $400-450k. The total rents generated will be $6300/mont...