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30 November 2024 | 4 replies
Here’s what I do with my rentals:I either have tenants split the utility bills or include a clause in the lease that states if the gas or water bill exceeds a specific amount ($X), the tenant will be responsible for the overage, provided there are no leaks or other infrastructure issues contributing to the high usage.To determine this $X amount:Water: I take the highest water bill I’ve had over the past year (excluding periods where leaks occurred) and add about $15 to account for small fluctuations or potential increases.Gas: For gas, I calculate the median bill during the winter (when usage is highest) and the median bill in the summer (when usage is typically lowest).
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29 November 2024 | 4 replies
I would like to plug it into my stock tracker so I can better monitor the changes.
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3 December 2024 | 19 replies
Avoid investing in any city listed here: The Most Dangerous Cities in America, Ranked.Cities with a metro population >1M: Companies need significant infrastructure, which is only available in metropolitan areas with a population > 1 M.
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19 December 2024 | 82 replies
Research areas with job growth, population increases, and infrastructure investments.
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25 November 2024 | 7 replies
To help with identity theft risks, you can monitor your credit closely or use fraud alerts, which allow creditors to verify your identity before extending credit.
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18 November 2024 | 1 reply
Has anyone here used ReturnMyCash.org for unclaimed property monitoring?
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2 December 2024 | 13 replies
Unless you monitor regulations full-time, staying compliant is nearly impossible—and a single mistake can cost more than years of property management fees.Properties don't pay rent—tenants do.
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18 November 2024 | 1 reply
We're looking into camera options to monitor vacant properties being advertised for rent.
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27 November 2024 | 4 replies
If yes, things have changed with the infrastructure of the home since January 2024 and it needs to be remedied.Moving forward: make a mold addendum for your new leases.
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26 November 2024 | 6 replies
Not recommending or condoning anything, but find out how the max 3 nonfamilial roommates are monitored by the city and what's the penalty.