Hello,I just closed on my first home and it’s a two family in Malden, MA. My first floor is vacant and would like to get it on market ASAP! However, I’m getting different advice on what to do prior to renting. I was o...

@Natasha Richardson as you explore neighborhoods, try to prioritize wha you need.

It would be the landlords responsibility however since it is the ceiling unless their is a safety issue he would not be required to repair it.

But part of this game is following the Pareto Principle and building in a margin of safety for the big-ticket items. 

The immediate cash flow is more like a safety cushion at this point rather than money I have to have to spend now.

No, it was left for City building and safety purposes.

I’m looking at a duplex to fourplex for my first property and just want to make sure I have enough of a safety net before I jump in.

The tenant may decline to provide the name of the perpetrator for safety reasons.

Dear Tenant, In order to ensure your continued safety and meet current code standards, it has become necessary to perform extensive modernization of the elevator system in this building.

I want to work with partners who understand the value of a contract projects everyone involved and serves as the safety net when our memories fail us.