
1 August 2024 | 12 replies
This is just the normal operating costs, never mind the big things that come up occasionally with capex like when you have to replace a major component (furnace, water heater, sewer line, driveway, steps, deck, windows, roof, doors, siding, landscaping, etc,) and it costs $10-20k.

2 August 2024 | 4 replies
If they put up any sort of resistance, that could be a cue to start digging a little deeper and documenting a bit more thoroughly (hence the doorbell camera coverage tip I put first - installing the cameras right away and then having the new lease conversation with the tenants afterward is very easy to frame as "I'm just a new owner putting some TLC into the property and doing my due diligence on the leases/tenants"; talking to your residents first, finding out they have extra people living there who aren't on the lease, and then installing cameras around the property could set you up for a very adversarial relationship with your inherited tenants).
3 August 2024 | 4 replies
If there is mold, it will usually be A) on the subfloor exterior, joists, and insulation in the crawlspace, or B) in any areas of water damage/water leaks inside the walls, behind tile in bathrooms, etc.

31 July 2024 | 1 reply
Anyone have a recommendation on a company for a hot water heat boiler system replacement?

5 August 2024 | 7 replies
We did notice some water damage in the front of the house but was told the roof is in good condition.

3 August 2024 | 2 replies
Of course, if it concerns water, that is an emergency.

2 August 2024 | 20 replies
Two rentals I have, the water has to be in the owner's name.

2 August 2024 | 12 replies
If one system malfunctions, you'll be out of the water.

3 August 2024 | 12 replies
Also utilities and sitework should be less as you do not need to bring in two electrical services, water services and run two sewer services and connection fees.

5 August 2024 | 21 replies
Is it not problem that they do not have enough water.