Skip to content
×
Pro Members Get
Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
ANNUAL Save 54%
$32.50 /mo
$390 billed annualy
MONTHLY
$69 /mo
billed monthly
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
×
Take Your Forum Experience
to the Next Level
Create a free account and join over 3 million investors sharing
their journeys and helping each other succeed.
Use your real name
By signing up, you indicate that you agree to the BiggerPockets Terms & Conditions.
Already a member?  Login here
General Landlording & Rental Properties
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated over 8 years ago on . Most recent reply

User Stats

12
Posts
5
Votes
Dan Brainard
  • Residential Real Estate Broker
  • Tampa, FL
5
Votes |
12
Posts

Two houses, one meter

Dan Brainard
  • Residential Real Estate Broker
  • Tampa, FL
Posted

I'm in the process of buying a property with two separate houses on it. A 3/1 main house and a 2/1 house in the back of the property. The houses are not metered separately and the lot is zoned sfh and is located in Tampa Florida. Is it best to rent both houses to one party and have them be responsible for all utilities (this would probably mean sacrificing gross rent) or try to rent them separately and include utilities for a higher rental rates, but risk tenants being wasteful of light and water? Also, what legal implications apply in the latter scenario?

Most Popular Reply

User Stats

6,896
Posts
7,477
Votes
Matthew Paul#2 Contractors Contributor
  • Severna Park, MD
7,477
Votes |
6,896
Posts
Matthew Paul#2 Contractors Contributor
  • Severna Park, MD
Replied

Sounds like a someone converted a garage without a permit to me .

Loading replies...