All Forum Posts by: Andrew Korver

Chris, run the ozone generator while the HVAC is on.  The buildup in your HVAC system will definitely be a contributor to the remaining odor.   The oxidation process via the ozone generator will help neutralize the residue and odor built up in your vent system.  

I doubt it matters whether you do this before or after the painting process although it will likely assist in reducing that “new paint job smell”.  

Hey Chris, perhaps I can assist here.  Disclosure- Am a field representative for Sherwin Williams.

I have worked in coatings for the past decade.  In my experience, the only thing that truly works over nicotine staining and smoke smell is a true Shellac primer.   Be prepared to shell out some $$$ when compared to the budget "primer/sealers".  The Kilz type products help, but don't ever seem to completely eliminate the odor.  

There are also latex topcoats that have active enzymes that will "absorb" ambient odor such as Harmony from Sherwin Williams.  This will assist for 6 months to a year but is not a permanent fix for the root cause of the odor.  

The ozone machine is also a solid recommendation.  Good luck!

@Thanh Nguyen We just went under contract yesterday as a matter of fact.  Rehab to finish and deal to close early February.  I would be happy to share my experience along the way and my thoughts on flying to KC in July if you are interested.

Thanks Jay, a nod from you goes a long ways.  I have enjoyed Brianna’s turnkey podcast as well and have been utilizing the turnkey-reviews site.  Very helpful!

Thanks Kim!  Having met the local team in KC, I have been impressed thus far with their transparency and professionalism.   I am just hoping for some discussion with folks that have purchased buy and hold property through Bridge.   

Hello all,

I was hoping to connect with a few of you who have purchased turnkey rentals from Nathan's team at Bridge Turnkey in Kansas City.   I have done my best to research the market, visited KC and met the Bridge team, and have seen their properties mid-rehab and post-rehab.

Looking for some "third party" feedback on how your experience was during purchase and their management style/ tenant retention.

Thanks in advance,

Andrew

Thanks all for your input.  This has been extremely helpful!

Thanks all, this is great info!  I will build myself a Pre-Screening document to provide prior to showing.  

Chris and Shaun, thank you for your input.  Here is the link to my listing if you have any thoughts.

https://portland.craigslist.org/yam/apa/d/dundee-3...

New landlord question. Just listed my first SFR "rental by owner". I have prepared the home to show well and listed it near the top of the market rate range.

Within 24 hours, I have 10+ interested parties.  While this is a good problem to have, I am unfamiliar on how to manage the large number of interested applicants.  

What is the norm for you folks managing your own properties?  Do you schedule a walk-through with each party and narrow down your field based on your first impressions, or do you pick a handful in an effort to reduce the time needed to show the home?

Do you have applicants complete an application and background check prior to viewing the home to eliminate any potential "bad apples"?

Thank you in advance for your help.  If there are any threads that could provide a walk-through, I would be an eager learner.