Requests from New Tenant

[Mio Chee]

Aloha BP Fam,

I need some pointers from experienced BP investors. I just received an email from my PM who manages one of our rentals. My new tenant who moved in recently is requesting the followings. I had never had a tenant request those kind of stuff before (because I am a long distance landlady, there is a chance they do this w/o asking the PM). PM is recommending approving them because they think they are reasonable. Before doing so, are there anything I should be aware of? Thank you so much in advance for  

1) Do I have permission to install ceiling fans in the two bedrooms?

2) Based on the layout of the living room, I planned on mounting the tv above the fireplace. The issue is that the electric outlets are too far away and I’d have to run a pretty long extension cord. Can I have an electrician install an electrical outlet above the fireplace?

3) Can I install a garage pin pad on the outside for my daughter to have easy access to enter the house?

[Rick Albert]

Here are my thoughts:

1. This isn't a bad idea because it takes less pressure off of your AC units. I install ceiling fans with lights in all of my bedrooms. Just make sure it is done properly since ceiling fans are heavier than a traditional light (and therefore require different hardware).

2. What people don't realize is you shouldn't actually mount TVs above fireplaces because you are installing bolts into the fireplace. That means as smokes rises, it can enter the home. Double check with a licensed professional, but my understanding is to do this properly you need to frame out in front of the fireplace and then mount the TV. this way no bolts are entering the fireplace. I hope this makes sense but it is a health and safety item.

3. This isn't a bad thing just make sure you have the combination as the property owner.