What tips do you have for keeping insurance premiums low without comprising too much on coverage?  Do you insure for Actual Cash Value (ACV) vs Replacement Cost Value (RCV)?  Is it typical to require 6 months of vacan...

I just put a contract on a 4/2.5 2200sqft home.  It also has a separate lot that is almost a full acre - zoned for single family res. or multi-family res.  I'm debating how to market this because, I could possibly sel...

Hello BP friends! I'm trying to secure a property from a fellow investor who is looking to offload a property in a market that I'm very familiar with. My Property Manager brought me the potential deal, but I'm struggl...

I was contacted by a real estate agent who says she specializes in finding fixer uppers for her clients.  She says that she helps her clients find the property, helps with estimating costs and resale value, and she al...

Hello Everyone,I am currently looking for my first real estate investment in northeast Pennsylvania.  I'm not sure if I should invest in a multifamily home to acquire cash flow monthly,  or do a fixer upper and resell...

So I am doing some research as I purchase my first rental property and wanted to get your opinion on using Smart Move for tenant screening since I know that many landlords recommend it.Wisconsin Law states:"Except as ...

Fist off i want to say the BP forum is amazing it has alot of posts that have answered my questions so thankyou.I want to start of by saying im self emplyed and i work full time earning good money, with my job i can s...

Hello BP,I had a question on the best way to approach my taxes with my current house hacking situation.  My property is a double, with our tenants in the downstairs unit and my girlfriend and me splitting the upstairs...

I had a random idea, and it's out of my expertise as an investor, so I'm hoping some experts can get me up to speed a little. I'm thinking about looking for a large peace land to building a few hundred townhouses, not...

You be surprised on how many people do not contest their property taxes or don't even know you can.
When I purchase a property of course the only way I do is if it's a good deal. Being local In Cleveland its much eas...