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23 October 2024 | 15 replies
If you are in the 20% range, you are better off going to the casino and putting all of your money on black and seeing what happnes.Since you are out of the area properly calculating cash on cash returns can be difficult because you have variable expenses to calculate.
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25 October 2024 | 66 replies
Add em to the black list.
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18 October 2024 | 14 replies
No exposed frame.I would choose the black edging where the photo doesn't wrap around.
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16 October 2024 | 8 replies
Walking around in your spouse's underwear and referring to the prospect/agent as Dirty Boy/Girl.
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23 October 2024 | 28 replies
They prevent bedbugs from entering or escaping mattresses.Routine Inspections: Regularly check mattresses, bed frames, and furniture for signs of bedbugs (small black spots, eggs, or live bugs).Furniture Choice: Choose furniture with metal or plastic legs instead of wood, as bedbugs are less likely to infest non-porous surfaces.Bedbug Traps: Place bedbug traps under bedposts and other furniture legs to catch any potential bedbugs before they become a problem.Professional Cleaning: Schedule routine deep cleans between guest stays, and if you ever suspect bedbugs, hire a pest control professional immediately.Clear Guidelines: Educate your cleaning staff on how to spot bedbugs early, and encourage them to report any signs immediately.These steps will help you set up a smooth, well-managed STR that’s ready to generate revenue while maintaining a good relationship with your LTR tenants.
24 October 2024 | 88 replies
His 40-plus years in real estate speaks for itself, and his unquestionable devotion to providing his expertise, advice, and thoughts here on BP have earned him a level of respect on this site that you apparently are unaware of.He will not condemn anyone simply based off a black and white forum.
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16 October 2024 | 13 replies
I think novice operators are trying go too heavy on amenities to compete with the big boys/girls/people and they can't do it as well because they don't have the operational experience.Consistency is the key for new operators and that goes for quarterly photo updates, dynamic pricing, and communication.Too many people got into the space in the past three years who thought of STRs as passive income when that is just silly.
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24 October 2024 | 139 replies
He said it didn't matter because POS black & decker jigsaw "still worked"
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8 October 2024 | 6 replies
Hi everyone, I have a property in Swannanoa that was affected by the hurricane. I have Proper insurance, tailored to short term rentals. As many STRs in the area, I have been dealing with cancellations and loss of rev...
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8 October 2024 | 2 replies
Come on up to Black Hawk County tonight!