All Forum Posts by: Ken N.

Hello everyone! 

My name is Ken and my first tenant will be moving out on November 1st. 

I have done some research online about Tenant Move-Out checklist for landlords, but I thought it would be great to learn from the Pros on BP community. Please comment below or send me a direct message!   : ) 

Thank you and have a great day! 

-Ken

Hello BP, 

Would you buy a property WITHOUT warranty deed? 

The property that I'm interested in used to be classified as a duplex, now it is classified as a condo. 

What would you do? 

Your help is always appreciated! 

-Ken

Hello BP... 

My wife and I have been working hard to find deals on the MLS in the Southeast Michigan area, but haven't had much success. It seems like every time there is a deal, people buy it with CASH & WITHOUT even looking at the property in person.

- Are you facing the same challenge? 

- Any advice on becoming more competitive compared to other buyers? 

- Should we work with more than one agent or broker? 

We are looking for small multi-family properties.

Thank you ... your help is always appreciated! 

-Ken

@Will Fraser thanks for taking the time to give us some great advice! Vinyl it is!

Hello BP, 

Thank you, everyone, who answered my previous forums on carpeting in rental property... I really appreciate all of your comments! 

I have decided to go with the vinyl flooring and found this option at Menards - Shaw® Hudson Weathered Oak 7" x 48" Floating Vinyl Plank Flooring (16.54 sq.ft/ctn).   https://www.menards.com/main/flooring-rugs/vinyl-flooring/vinyl-plank-flooring/shaw-reg-hudson-7-x-48-floating-vinyl-plank-flooring-16-54-sq-ft-ctn/mr31000191/p-1531895671196-c-6617.htm

I have few more questions about vinyl flooring though before making a purchase, I thought I'd turn to experts on BP... 

• A. Is Vinyl flooring really 100% waterproof? what happens when water sits on top of it for a long period of time? 
• B. Have you installed the flooring under the cabinets? what happened? (I know they say not to do this with floating floors)  
• C. Tips on Vinyl flooring installation? 
• D. If the budget allows it, would you recommend tiles in the kitchen rather than vinyl flooring? 

Thank you and have a great day! 

-Ken 

@Bryan Noth

Hello Bryan,

Thank you for the advice! "Carpet absorbs cash flow"... I will remember that haha

Have a great weekend!

@Steve Morris @Kris L. @Jon Schoeller

I just want to say thank you for all the suggestions! I really appreciate it!

Have a great weekend!

-Ken

Hello BP community,

I wonder how many of you decide to put carpeting down the hall ways to the bed rooms for rental property?

I have read that ceramic tile is the most durable option, It can last up to 75 years.

Meanwhile, vinyl flooring lasts up to 25 years. And Carpet lasts around 15 years (if you take good care of it).

Me and my wife are renovating a single family ranch style home and trying to decide on flooring in the next few weeks.

We would love to hear your advice.

Thank you!

-Ken

Hello BP community, 

Any advice on what to do when one or more additional tenant move-in? 

Do I charge more? how much more?

Do they sign an amended lease? 

How much do you usually bump up the security deposit? 

Thank you! 

-Ken
  

@Mark H. Porter Thank you so much!