Rita Medeiros
Section 8 & mice what are the expectations. Give me your opinion
12 December 2024 | 20 replies
Unless there is an infestation caused by the condition of the home, this is a tenant responsibility just like swatting a fly.
Jason Dubon
Small Multifamily - Maintenance/Expense Project
5 January 2025 | 7 replies
Also don’t forget landscaping and general pest control (termites) if applicable.
Kurtis Sargent
First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
27 December 2024 | 0 replies
During the renovation, I faced several challenges due to the home’s age and hidden damages, including ruptured plumbing, termite infestation, rotted wood, and lack of insulation.
Kurtis Sargent
First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
27 December 2024 | 0 replies
Here are a few lessons I learned during the renovation, many of which stemmed from the age of the house and unexpected hidden damages:1.Damaged Plumbing: Several plumbing pipes were ruptured or severely damaged, requiring replacement.2.Termite Infestation: I discovered termites, which led to additional costs for treatment and repairs.3.Rotted Wood: Significant sections of wood in the structure were rotted and had to be replaced.4.Lack of Insulation: There was no insulation in the att Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
Mike Gi
6 unit 3 story 1 bed 1 bath in Midtown Sacramento
31 December 2024 | 13 replies
After assembling a lot of bed frames, I prefer the Zinus brand, and I would recommend contract grade furniture.Don't forget to sign up for pest control and both a renter's and landlord policy on your insurance.Hi Miguel - I’m also looking at the midtown Sacramento area for multifamily…what is “contract grade” furniture please ?
Kurtis Sargent
First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
28 December 2024 | 1 reply
Here are a few lessons I learned during the renovation, many of which stemmed from the age of the house and unexpected hidden damages:1.Damaged Plumbing: Several plumbing pipes were ruptured or severely damaged, requiring replacement.2.Termite Infestation: I discovered termites, which led to additional costs for treatment and repairs.3.Rotted Wood: Significant sections of wood in the structure were rotted and had to be replaced.4.Lack of Insulation: There was no insulation in the att Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
Shakthi Kamal
Is a min of 2% rent to price ratio needed for positive cashflow in today's market?
6 January 2025 | 2 replies
And given #3 above, it leaves about 20% of rent for all other expenses like property tax, insurance and other PM expenses like leasing fee, eviction fee and other minor expenses like for e.g landscaping, pest control etc.
Jonathan Small
Case Study: Cockroaches to Cash Flow
30 December 2024 | 1 reply
The scope of work included:•Interior: Major pest remediation that took 3-4 weeks.
Phillip Austin
Nightmare Tenant - This is why you need a property manager!
24 December 2024 | 7 replies
Upon move-in, appliances, cabinets, floors and walls all had built-up grime and residue from your habitation of the home.Infestation of bugs, pests and rodents-There was no attempt to treat the house for pests, as evidenced by the more than 15 spiders we have already seen in the basement, and the live, active wasp nest in the patio fence.Floors, stairways and railings in poor condition-The carpets are stained and smelly.
AJ Wong
Ten Real Estate and Economic impacts of the LA Wildfires
16 January 2025 | 4 replies
Even large and small businesses with intangible residual services like TV, internet, security, pest control or the local contractor with remodels in process could fall behind on payments revenue contract.