Last year, my friend rented a flat without making a proper rent agreement. The owner looked friendly, and everything felt easy in the beginning, so he didn’t think the paperwork was needed. Yesterday, the owner suddenly told him to leave within two weeks. There was no written proof of the rent, no clear terms, and no time to prepare. It became very stressful and confusing. That’s when we learned an important lesson. A rent agreement may feel like just extra paperwork, but when problems happen, it actually protects you. submitted by /u/anantaaspirezrkp [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstate/comments/1qxh98a/rent_agreement_protection_or_just_another/

buying a home, new build 1500 square foot 4.99% interest 3.5% down payment using FHA total price of the house is $253k 4 bedroom 2 bathroom all new appliances, washer dryer too no landscaping done but it’ll be level dirt front and back and getting a $700 stipend to use for landscape realtor is getting me a 100 inch TV I had to google information but still don’t know much. this is in Texas I’m already approved for loan and everything what kind of questions should I ask, get clarification? what do I look out for when signing? is there something sneaky they may try to put on the contract? it’s my first time buying a home, I’ve lived in an apartment for 3 years submitted by /u/master_chiefin777 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstate/comments/1qxfhr7/first_time_home_owner/

So how is home shopping in the spring? I know it’s more competitive and likely more listings but is paying over asking and bidding wars common? Will it be worse this year with interest rates coming down? I really know nothing about it because I’ve always bought fall or winter. submitted by /u/whiskeylullaby3 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstate/comments/1qxetn5/talk_to_me_about_spring_frenzy/

Hi everyone, I’m a dev, and I’m currently building a tool for my sister, who is a real estate agent. She’s constantly overwhelmed with administrative tasks, especially the tedious process of manual data entry for new listings. The idea is to eliminate the need to sit at a desk and type everything out. How it works: Voice-to-Data: Right after a walkthrough, she sends a voice note to a WhatsApp bot describing the property (features, condition, vibe). AI Processing: The bot transcribes it, structures the data, and drafts a professional listing description. Auto-Fill: A Chrome extension then "pushes" that data directly into her MLS/listing forms so she doesn't have to re-type a single word. She’s saving hours every week, but I’m wondering if this is a "sister-specific" problem or a widespread pain point in the industry? Does manual listing entry feel like a bottleneck in your day? Would you actually use a WhatsApp-based bot for this, or does it feel ...

So I was recently talked into keeping our house instead of selling it this summer. We have tenants that signed a lease for two years which will end in August 2026. I would like to manage the property myself. I open to any tips for a rookie property manager. Where or what services should I use for general contracting, advertising, credit checks, etc. Hopefully the tenants plan to stay. They seem to be pretty happy. I will be living in MD and the house is in SC. submitted by /u/United_Pineapple8049 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstate/comments/1qvpnkt/tips_for_managing_your_own_property/

For those using concierge services (Second Nature, filter delivery, etc.) — how are you passing the cost to residents? Separate monthly fee, bundled into rent, or opt-in only? Any pushback or best practices you’ve learned? submitted by /u/PM_Nick_Stone [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstate/comments/1qvnp5v/thoughts_on_adding_concierge_charges_to_tenant/

I’m looking for commission-only real estate sales work. I can handle: •Lead follow-ups •Cold calling buyers/investors •WhatsApp + phone nurturing •Site visit coordination •Deal closing support If you’re a broker, developer, or agency sitting on good inventory but need someone to push leads harder, I can work full-time to convert. I’m disciplined, persistent, and comfortable with rejection — sales volume doesn’t scare me. I’m looking for a clear commission structure where closing deals can realistically generate ₹20 -25k+ in a month. DM me with: Property type & ticket size Location Commission per deal Lead source (inbound/outbound) Ready to start immediately. submitted by /u/Former_Elderberry_60 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstate/comments/1qvl9d6/looking_for_commissionbased_property_sales_work/

I've been wanting to buy a property for a long time but being in the mililtary made me not do it before. Now that i'm out of the military, I've been re-assessing myself if i'm financially ready to do it. I'm currently living in Oahu and plans to stay here for as long as I can. It's very expensive here compared to other states but I think I can make it work. I'm single and currently makes $119K. I have $100K in savings that can cover some of my downpayment. I have $90K in my TSP and $25K in my Roth IRA, which I can borrow money from if needed. I have no debt since my car is paid off and I pay off all my credit card every month. My credit score is 800+ last time I checked. I'm looking to buy a 2br townhouse around $500K with an HOA of $512. The lender gave me an estimate mortgage of $3300 monthly for a VA ARM rate of 5.25% with a 10% down. With all these in information, will I be fine financially if I decide to buy? I'm thinking that if things gets...

Good morning, My wife and I found a piece of land we like, and have now been pre-approved for a loan. We have never purchased real estate, so we want to make sure we are doing everything right. We do not have a buyers agent. I think I can now make the offer, right? Is there anything I should do before making the offer? We have walked around the property, but we don't know much more. I do know that there are some power lines running through it, so I assume there is a recorded easement somewhere. The property is being split from a larger parcel, so a survey will be needed. Should I make the offer contingent on the sellers paying for the survey? I am considering retaining an agent. I am an attorney, but I do civil litigation so I don't know much about real estate transactions. With enough time and effort, I'm sure I could figure this out, but I wanted to ask the esteemed folks of Reddit what y'all think. I would really appreciate any advice you may have. Thanks in ad...