This post was prompted by a discussion with an investor who approached my firm for tax strategizing. The investor was particularly concerned about receiving proactive tax advice. As opposed to, you know, retroactive t...

I have a duplex with a flat roof - Tar and gravel - I'm looking to have it replaced before next winter and have had one contractor say that he could drill insulation board right on top of the existing roof and cover t...

What strategies do you use, if any, to avoid confirmation bias?  It is so easy to just read up on things that confirm my viewpoint and avoid counterarguments that challenge my beliefs on a given market, strategy, prop...

Hi everyone,I have a unit that is in a 2 unit building of which each unit has an owner. The outside of the building is under an association but the inside is fully owned by the 2 owners (I am one of them). I have the ...

Hi BP community, 
I'm looking for a masonry contractor, to solve this one, but in the meantime wanted to gather any thoughts on one home inspection item I just received yesterday. There is a masonry cracking in one o...

What are the most common mistakes made by new investors in real estate, and what are mistakes that even veterans make?

I have a pretty good tenant (rent on time, some picky repairs). When she moved in 2.5yrs ago the stack washer dryer was brand new. She has broken off the washer door. It can't be repaired. I believe that is due to...

Hi all,  i'm putting in my first offer on a 2 family home.  My goal is to buy and hold for cashflow.  (possible go section 8 route).seller list price is 45k , i put in offer at 35k.  sell said to meet in middle at 40k...

In locations where STR become restricted, it seems probable that many, if not most STR owners who are no longer legally able to offer the STR option, will choose to turn to MTR.  With a house full of furniture, and a ...

Yes. I said it. It goes against the grain of popular real estate teachings. But having goals might be hurting your business.  I’m also a pessimist, if you couldn’t already tell. Let’s translate this. Your goal is to l...